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R552 DDM

1997 Kawasaki EL250

Black Petrol 252cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,767 mi
Last recorded11,767 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki EL25014,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR552 DDM
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine252cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 11,767 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 11,763 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 May 2018 11,751 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 11,521 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 10,717 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

slight perishing on rear tyre

Fail 29 Jul 2015 10,717 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

slight perishing on rear tyre

Pass 2 Aug 2014 9,532 miles

slight perishing on rear tyre

Pass 2 May 2012 9,516 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 9,501 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 9,424 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 9,228 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 9,138 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 9,116 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EL250?

Based on 1,957 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Drive chain excessively loose 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
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R552 DDM is a 1997 Kawasaki EL250 in Black with a 252cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 14,521 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EL250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R552 DDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R552 DDM registered?

R552 DDM is a 1997 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R552 DDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R552 DDM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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