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J542 YWU

1991 Kawasaki KL650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,376 mi
Last recorded36,376 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki KL65026,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ542 YWU
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 36,376 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 34,537 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 29,008 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear calliper has anti-rattle plate missing

Fail 15 Mar 2016 28,984 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle does not reflect squarely to the rear (1.4.1)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear calliper has anti-rattle plate missing

Pass 10 Jan 2015 28,444 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 27,699 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 27,042 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 25,334 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2012 25,334 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2011 21,987 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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J542 YWU is a 1991 Kawasaki KL650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 J542 YWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J542 YWU?

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What year was J542 YWU registered?

J542 YWU is a 1991 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 19 August 1991.

Is J542 YWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J542 YWU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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