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F712 KEC

2005 Kawasaki KLR600

White Petrol 565cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

56,006 mi
Last recorded56,006 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLR60039,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF712 KEC
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR600
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine565cc
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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 56,006 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 55,867 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 55,617 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 55,046 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 55,046 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 54,869 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 54,869 miles

Rear Brake lever pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 39,796 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 39,672 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 39,672 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 38,886 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 38,886 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 38,282 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 38,282 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 34,782 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 7 Dec 2011 34,782 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2010 29,124 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 28,490 miles

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

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

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

Pass 29 May 2009 28,490 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 27,766 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 27,429 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 27,429 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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F712 KEC is a 2005 Kawasaki KLR600 in White with a 565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 39,672 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 F712 KEC, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki KLR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F712 KEC registered?

F712 KEC is a 2005 Kawasaki KLR600, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is F712 KEC safe to buy?

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