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G293 VTW

1989 Kawasaki KLR650

Green Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,724 mi
Last recorded1,724 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2013
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KLR65030,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG293 VTW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2013 1,724 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 46,489 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 26 Feb 2011 44,135 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 44,135 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 43,832 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 43,228 miles

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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G293 VTW is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650 in Green with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G293 VTW, 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.

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What year was G293 VTW registered?

G293 VTW is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 17 October 1989.

Is G293 VTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G293 VTW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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