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GK53 GVA

2003 Kawasaki KLR650

Black Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

32,628 mi
Last recorded32,628 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki KLR65015,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 GVA
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 32,628 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 25,874 miles

Rear tyre perishing

Fail 25 Nov 2017 25,874 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated exhaust end can rusty (7.1.1a)

Rear rear tyre perishing

Pass 8 Dec 2016 24,971 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 24,262 miles

rear tyre perishing

Pass 18 Nov 2014 23,176 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Nov 2014 23,176 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 21,863 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 20,850 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 19,209 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 16,957 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 15,086 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 13,199 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 10,520 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 10,492 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2006 7,307 miles

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

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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GK53 GVA is a 2003 Kawasaki KLR650 in Black with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 15,052 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 GK53 GVA, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GK53 GVA is a 2003 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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