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G861 TAG

1989 Kawasaki KLR650

Black Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,511 mi
Last recorded29,511 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KLR65030,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG861 TAG
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 29,511 miles

Front Wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

front tyre starting to perish.

Fail 30 Aug 2022 29,511 miles

Front Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Front Wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2010 29,329 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 28,695 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 28,664 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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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G861 TAG is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650 in Black with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 G861 TAG, 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 G861 TAG registered?

G861 TAG is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G861 TAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G861 TAG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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