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F530 RGM

1989 Kawasaki KLR650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

28,668 mi
Last recorded28,668 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KLR65030,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF530 RGM
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 28,668 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2024 28,668 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2015 28,072 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 28,072 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Mar 2014 25,182 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

bolt snap in master brake

Pass 7 Sep 2012 24,867 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 21,687 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2006 20,034 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 18,328 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 18,328 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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F530 RGM is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 30,964 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 F530 RGM, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F530 RGM registered?

F530 RGM is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 14 March 1989.

Is F530 RGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F530 RGM shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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