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E523 PDC

1988 Kawasaki KLR650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,007 mi
Last recorded25,007 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki KLR65033,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE523 PDC
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 25,007 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 24,981 miles

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 May 2016 24,328 miles

Front shock absorbers have gaiters fitted preventing full inspection of fork leg.

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 May 2016 24,328 miles

Front shock absorbers have gaiters fitted preventing full inspection of fork leg.

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 24,169 miles

Chain Guard Missing

Daylight Use And Not In Poor Visability

Front Brake Control Feels Slightly Spongey - Possibly Hoses Expanding SLightly Under High Pressure

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp Aim Not Tested Due To No Headlamp Fitted

Plate brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.B2b)

Fail 27 Jul 2014 24,163 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Chain guard missing

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

daylight use and not in poor visability

Fail 2 Mar 2013 23,315 miles

Chain guard missing

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 23,315 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 2 Mar 2012 21,905 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 21,772 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 14 Jan 2011 21,772 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 21,490 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 19,526 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 17,238 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2006 16,977 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLR650?

Based on 3,761 MOT tests across 445 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
569
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
445
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Headlamp aim too low 25
Drive chain excessively loose 21
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E523 PDC is a 1988 Kawasaki KLR650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 33,530 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 KLR650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E523 PDC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E523 PDC registered?

E523 PDC is a 1988 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E523 PDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E523 PDC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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