Kawasaki Ar125 B2 (1985)
1985 Kawasaki Ar125 B2
CarHunch analysed 522 real MOT records for the 1985 Kawasaki Ar125 B2. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1985 Kawasaki AR125-B2 is a genuinely rare survivor — only 522 examples made it into MOT records, and just 20% pass first time, well below the UK average of 80%. With 0.2% of vehicles recorded as having dangerous defects, safety isn't a widespread concern, but the abysmal pass rate suggests most need work before they're roadworthy again.
The median mileage of 31,656 is high for a 40-year-old bike, yet averages zero failures and advisories per vehicle once tested, which is unusual and likely reflects that only the most conscientious owners still bring these in for MOT — the typical buyer will need to budget for repairs to get one through. If you're considering one, treat any MOT history as a guide to what's broken now, not what will last, and factor in specialist mechanic costs before purchase.
What to check before buying a 1985 Kawasaki Ar125 B2
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 1985 Kawasaki Ar125 B2 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1985 Kawasaki Ar125 B2 vehicles fall between 10,995 and 31,656 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1985 Kawasaki Ar125 B2
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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50%
Nearside Front Footrest missing
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50%
Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose
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50%
Rear Footrest missing
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50%
Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim
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50%
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing
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50%
Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim
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50%
Offside Rear Footrest missing
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50%
Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension Exhaust fouls on frame bobbin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1985. Counts include advisories and failures.
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