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M257 DGF

1995 Kawasaki KLX650

White Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

21,535 mi
Last recorded21,535 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki KLX65018,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM257 DGF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX650
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 21,535 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 21,157 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 21,062 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 20,797 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2012 20,783 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 19,332 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2011 19,248 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 19,043 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 19,043 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2009 18,507 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 18,318 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 18,318 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 17,833 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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M257 DGF is a 1995 Kawasaki KLX650 in White with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 M257 DGF, 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 M257 DGF registered?

M257 DGF is a 1995 Kawasaki KLX650, first registered on 8 March 1995.

Is M257 DGF safe to buy?

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