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SF53 VWP

2003 Kawasaki BN125A5

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

18,053 mi
Last recorded18,053 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki BN125A510,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 VWP
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 18,053 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 15,790 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 13,345 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 13,230 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 13,227 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 13,207 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm Below 1mm in parts of tread (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Rear Tyre has service cracks on sidewall & in tread pattern

Pass 1 Oct 2019 13,201 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 8,696 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Oct 2016 6,565 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 5,294 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 4,899 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 4,580 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 4,563 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 4,541 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 4,406 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 4,329 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 3,708 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 3,702 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 3,188 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki BN125A5?

Based on 1,036 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
678
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Drive chain excessively loose 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Drive chain worn to excess 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
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SF53 VWP is a 2003 Kawasaki BN125A5 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki BN125A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 10,452 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki BN125A5 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF53 VWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki BN125A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki BN125A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SF53 VWP is a 2003 Kawasaki BN125A5, first registered on 7 November 2003.

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