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F403 OVU

1998 Kawasaki KLR650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

33,285 mi
Last recorded33,285 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KLR65024,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF403 OVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 33,285 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 31,126 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 28,428 miles

engine must be running for indicators to flash

Pass 2 May 2014 25,304 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 24,542 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 24,542 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 22 May 2012 24,379 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 24,118 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 23,899 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 23,275 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2009 23,260 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

front disc cover loose

Pass 15 May 2008 23,149 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 23,145 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

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

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

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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F403 OVU is a 1998 Kawasaki KLR650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 24,888 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 F403 OVU, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F403 OVU registered?

F403 OVU is a 1998 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is F403 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F403 OVU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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