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YYG 966X

1982 Kawasaki Z250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

17,077 mi
Last recorded17,077 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z25020,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYG 966X
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ250
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 17,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2020 17,046 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 14,065 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 12,974 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 6 Oct 2016 12,974 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2007 12,764 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 12,764 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z250?

Based on 1,777 MOT tests across 379 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
210
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
379
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing 7
Footrest insecure 7
Footrest missing 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
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YYG 966X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki Z250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 20,016 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 Z250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YYG 966X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z250 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 44 years old, this Kawasaki Z250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YYG 966X registered?

YYG 966X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z250, first registered on 5 May 1982.

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