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F879 PLE

1989 Kawasaki KL650

Blue Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,815 mi
Last recorded37,815 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2013
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KL65024,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF879 PLE
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2013 37,815 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2012 36,449 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 36,449 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL650?

Based on 2,529 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Headlamp aim too low 19
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 14
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F879 PLE is a 1989 Kawasaki KL650 in Blue with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki KL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 24,069 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 KL650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F879 PLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki KL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F879 PLE registered?

F879 PLE is a 1989 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is F879 PLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F879 PLE shows 3 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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