1990 Kawasaki Kl250 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Kl250 models manufactured in 1990, based on 39 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1990 Kawasaki Kl250 MOT Analysis
The 1990 Kawasaki Kl250 has an MOT pass rate of 59.0% based on 39 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 21,170 miles on the odometer. With a 41.0% failure rate, the 1990 Kl250 is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1990 Kawasaki Kl250 is Motorcycle drive system, responsible for 2.6% of failures. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Motorcycle driving controls is the second most common issue at 2.6%.
Top failures specific to 1990 models only. The overall Kl250 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Drive System | 2.6% | 1 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 2.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 21,170 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle drive system | 1.21 | 2.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 1.21 | 2.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1990 Kawasaki Kl250 has an MOT pass rate of 59.0% based on 39 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 21,170 miles on the odometer. With a 41.0% failure rate, the 1990 Kl250 is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1990 Kawasaki Kl250, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle drive system: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 21,170 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle drive system — 2.6% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 1990 Kawasaki Kl250 models. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle driving controls — 2.6% of failures
Motorcycle driving controls issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 1990 Kawasaki Kl250 models. Motorcycle driving controls issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.