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F975 SLT

1989 Kawasaki KLR650

Green Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,619 mi
Last recorded4,619 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KLR65030,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF975 SLT
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 4,619 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 3,970 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 3,480 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 3,278 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 2,830 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 2,830 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 1,967 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 1,956 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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F975 SLT is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650 in Green with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F975 SLT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F975 SLT?

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What year was F975 SLT registered?

F975 SLT is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 27 May 1989.

Is F975 SLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F975 SLT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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