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D527 KAH

1987 Kawasaki KL650

Blue Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,716 mi
Last recorded38,716 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki KL65032,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD527 KAH
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 38,716 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 38,691 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 38,437 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 38,430 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 37,692 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 37,647 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

No Chain Guard Fitted

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 May 2014 37,331 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 36,952 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 36,952 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL650?

Based on 2,529 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Headlamp aim too low 19
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 14
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D527 KAH is a 1987 Kawasaki KL650 in Blue with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki KL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 32,817 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KL650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D527 KAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki KL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D527 KAH registered?

D527 KAH is a 1987 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 8 May 1987.

Is D527 KAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for D527 KAH shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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