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J161 PAV

1991 Kawasaki KL650

Blue Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

23,235 mi
Last recorded23,235 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki KL65026,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ161 PAV
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 23,235 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 23,121 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 23,121 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 May 2007 22,941 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

spokes in front wheel rusty & corroded!

Fail 18 May 2007 22,941 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

spokes in front wheel rusty & corroded!

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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J161 PAV is a 1991 Kawasaki KL650 in Blue with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki KL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 26,840 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 KL650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J161 PAV, 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 35 years old, this Kawasaki KL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J161 PAV registered?

J161 PAV is a 1991 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 14 August 1991.

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