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M148 WTM

1995 Kawasaki KLX650

Green Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

17,058 mi
Last recorded17,058 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2024
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki KLX65018,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM148 WTM
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX650
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2024 17,058 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 17,010 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 17,010 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 16,945 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 5 Aug 2016 16,945 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 16,808 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 16,609 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 11 Aug 2011 16,609 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 16,253 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 16,252 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Gear lever damaged but functional

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jul 2008 15,169 miles

Small registration plate will not comply next MOT - following changes.

Fail 25 Jul 2008 15,168 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Small registration plate will not comply next MOT - following changes.

Pass 4 Jul 2007 14,904 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 14,864 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLX650?

Based on 1,973 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
424
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
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M148 WTM is a 1995 Kawasaki KLX650 in Green with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki KLX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 18,167 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 KLX650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M148 WTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 31 years old, this Kawasaki KLX650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M148 WTM registered?

M148 WTM is a 1995 Kawasaki KLX650, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M148 WTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M148 WTM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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