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D686 JML

1987 Kawasaki KL650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,141 mi
Last recorded41,141 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki KL65032,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD686 JML
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 41,141 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 40,369 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 39,485 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 May 2023 38,806 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 37,728 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 34,004 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 33,509 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 33,122 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 33,122 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2015 32,817 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2015 32,817 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 31,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2012 31,654 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 31,654 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 30,770 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 29,549 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 29,286 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 28,366 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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D686 JML is a 1987 Kawasaki KL650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D686 JML, 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.

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What year was D686 JML registered?

D686 JML is a 1987 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 21 April 1987.

Is D686 JML safe to buy?

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