1996 KAWASAKI UNKNOWN0.4L Petrol

The 1996 Kawasaki shows a stable roadworthiness trend with a clean pass at the most recent test on 17 April 2025 at 26,661 miles. The DVSA record carries no defects or advisories across the three available entries, indicating the machine has met minimum test standards each time. This consistent clean sheet over the last three years points to a well-preserved example rather than a deteriorating one. Recorded mileage sits at 26,661 against a 30-year lifespan, equating to roughly 889 miles per year. The test on 20 May 2022 logged 26,044 miles, rising to 26,619 by 3 June 2023 and 26,661 by April 2025. That is only 617 miles across three years, with just 42 miles added in the final year. Such low, flat accumulation suggests long periods of storage, though the sparse history leaves gaps between 2023 and 2025 unrecorded. A buyer should still inspect for age-related issues the MOT will not always catch. Standing time promotes corrosion on structural frames, exhaust systems, and brake calipers, so check for rust pitting and seized components. Tyres and suspension bushes harden with age regardless of mileage; verify rubber condition and fork seal weepage. The absence of advisories means no recurring mechanical faults appear in the data. Previous keepers likely stored the vehicle indoors and covered basic upkeep, given the untouched test results. Confirm battery health, fluid degradation, and chain tension before use, as these consumables suffer more from time than distance.