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D879 YWV

1989 Kawasaki KLR600

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

7,043 mi
Last recorded7,043 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KLR60023,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD879 YWV
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR600
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 7,043 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 6,675 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 5,964 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 5,928 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 5,480 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 5,463 miles

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 21,003 miles

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 May 2018 6,703 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort rear brake (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 6,117 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 6,113 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 9 Nov 2013 6,106 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 5,925 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 5,724 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 4,847 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 4,505 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 4,463 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 4,023 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 19,997 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2007 19,997 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLR600?

Based on 1,268 MOT tests across 211 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
366
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
211
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 14
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Drive chain worn to excess 8
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D879 YWV is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR600 in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki KLR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 23,440 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 KLR600 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D879 YWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki KLR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D879 YWV is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR600, first registered on 13 April 1989.

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