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G242 JWE

1990 Kawasaki KL650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,197 mi
Last recorded34,197 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki KL65033,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG242 JWE
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 34,197 miles

Rear Sidewall of tyre cracked but not showing internal ply

Pass 5 Jun 2023 33,968 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 33,246 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 31,703 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 31,703 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 30,795 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 29,898 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 29,442 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 29,019 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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G242 JWE is a 1990 Kawasaki KL650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki KL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 33,582 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 G242 JWE, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki KL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G242 JWE registered?

G242 JWE is a 1990 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 1 April 1990.

Is G242 JWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G242 JWE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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