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F98 MGW

1989 Kawasaki KL650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

30,481 mi
Last recorded30,481 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KL65024,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF98 MGW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 30,481 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 May 2021 30,453 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 30,287 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2018 25,716 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2018 25,716 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 18,045 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 17,554 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 17,536 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 26 Sep 2013 16,938 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 16,938 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 15,656 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 14,311 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 14,221 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2007 13,919 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 13,025 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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F98 MGW is a 1989 Kawasaki KL650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F98 MGW, 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 F98 MGW registered?

F98 MGW is a 1989 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 16 May 1989.

Is F98 MGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F98 MGW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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