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SWH 355S

1978 Kawasaki KH250

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,840 mi
Last recorded8,840 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2016
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki KH25013,360 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWH 355S
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH250
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2016 8,840 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 8,716 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 8,069 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 8,069 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 7,341 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KH250?

Based on 1,987 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Footrest insecure 8
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 6
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SWH 355S is a 1978 Kawasaki KH250 in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki KH250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 13,360 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KH250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SWH 355S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KH250 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Kawasaki KH250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SWH 355S?

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What year was SWH 355S registered?

SWH 355S is a 1978 Kawasaki KH250, first registered on 21 June 1978.

Is SWH 355S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWH 355S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWH 355S have outstanding finance?

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