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V541 DVR

1999 Kawasaki EL250

Black Petrol 252cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,220 mi
Last recorded8,220 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki EL25017,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV541 DVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine252cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 8,220 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

rear tyre perished

Pass 12 Mar 2014 7,454 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front and rear tyres have minimal cracking

Fail 6 Mar 2014 7,454 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front and rear tyres have minimal cracking

Pass 8 Oct 2012 7,444 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 7,329 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 7,290 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 7,266 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2006 6,346 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 6,126 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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V541 DVR is a 1999 Kawasaki EL250 in Black with a 252cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 17,169 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 V541 DVR, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V541 DVR registered?

V541 DVR is a 1999 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 11 September 1999.

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