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F983 OPP

1989 Kawasaki KLR650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

41,071 mi
Last recorded41,071 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KLR65030,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF983 OPP
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 41,071 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 40,846 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 40,653 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 40,653 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 40,239 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 39,958 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 39,958 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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F983 OPP is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F983 OPP, 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

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What year was F983 OPP registered?

F983 OPP is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 19 July 1989.

Is F983 OPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F983 OPP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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