Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 215 vehicles, the 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2 are: Rear suspension bush has slight free play (14.7% of vehicles), Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (11.8% of vehicles), Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (11.8% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Kawasaki Kr250 C2 (1991)

215 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.8% first-time pass rate

1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2

CarHunch analysed 215 real MOT records for the 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 1991 Kawasaki KR250-C2 passes its MOT first time at 84.8%, which is comfortably above the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are virtually non-existent at just 0.5% of vehicles. This is a genuinely reliable machine for a 30-plus-year-old sports bike, with fewer than 0.2 failures per vehicle on average.

At just under 17,000 miles median, these bikes have been treated as cherished classics rather than commuters, which partly explains the solid pass rate. The low advisory count of 0.3 per vehicle suggests existing owners maintain them well, but you should still commission a pre-purchase inspection to check chain, sprockets, and fuel system condition—these older bikes benefit from hands-on care rather than neglect.

We have limited data for the 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

84.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

0.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.11

Over 1.7 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

17k

Middle half: 13k–20k

For context

These stats describe 215 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 215 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Suspension & steering 14.7%

Rear suspension bush has slight free play · Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Brake wear 11.8%

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 5.9%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 5.9%

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing · Drive chain slightly loose · daytime mot. no lights fitted. forks slightly loose on head stock.

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 5.9%

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1991.

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Before you buy a 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2

Based on MOT data from 215 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 331 Kawasaki Kr250 C2 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Green 59.5%

197

Black 36.6%

121

Red 2.1%

White 1.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

16,608

typical

13,164

low mileage

20,259

high mileage

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

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 13,164 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 13,164–20,259 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1991 Kawasaki Kr250 C2s sit.

⚠ Over 27,349 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.11

Avg failures per vehicle

0.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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