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Kawasaki Kr250 C2 (1991)

215 real MOT outcomes analysed • 13.4% first-time pass rate

1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2

CarHunch analysed 215 real MOT records for the 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

The 1991 Kawasaki KR250-C2 is a reliability concern: only 13.4% pass first time against the UK average of 80%, meaning nearly nine in ten vehicles fail their MOT on the first attempt. Dangerous defects are rare at 0.5%, so safety isn't the primary issue here.

These bikes are typically ridden lightly—median mileage sits at 16,608 miles for a 33-year-old machine—yet they still accumulate an average of 0.3 advisories each, suggesting age-related wear rather than abuse is the culprit. If you're considering one, budget for pre-purchase inspection by a Kawasaki specialist and expect to address corrosion, fuel system degradation, and rubber components before it'll pass MOT.

Below average reliability 66.6% below UK average
13.4%
pass MOT first time
UK average: ~80%
16,608
typical mileage
13,164–20,259 middle half
0.5%
ever had a dangerous defect
recorded at any MOT
0.11
avg MOT failures per car
over 1.7 tests on record

What to check before buying a 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2

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 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2 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.

13,164
low mileage
16,608
typical
20,259
high mileage

Half of all 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2 vehicles fall between 13,164 and 20,259 miles.

MOT History Averages

1.7
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.11
Avg failures per vehicle
0.3
Avg advisories per vehicle

Most Common MOT Issues — 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

  • 14.7%
    Rear suspension bush has slight free play
  • 11.8%
    Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
  • 11.8%
    Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect
  • 11.8%
    Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn
  • 8.8%
    Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
  • 8.8%
    Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
  • 5.9%
    Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies
  • 5.9%
    Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1991. Counts include advisories and failures.

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