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MU51 LJE

2001 Kawasaki W650

Blue Petrol 676cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,648 mi
Last recorded9,648 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki W65013,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 LJE
MakeKawasaki
ModelW650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine676cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 9,648 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 9,493 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 9,391 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 9,370 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 9,267 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 9,049 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 8,973 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Mainstand slightly bent

Fail 23 Jul 2016 8,973 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Mainstand slightly bent

Throttle operating incorrectly binding on handlebar (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 8,829 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 8,615 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 8,269 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 7,661 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 7,296 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 6,931 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 6,501 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 6,010 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 5,419 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 4,626 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Pass 13 May 2006 4,626 miles
Pass 19 May 2005 4,225 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki W650?

Based on 19,528 MOT tests across 1,413 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
559
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 171
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Drive chain excessively loose 29
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MU51 LJE is a 2001 Kawasaki W650 in Blue with a 676cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki W650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 13,920 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki W650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MU51 LJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki W650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki W650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MU51 LJE registered?

MU51 LJE is a 2001 Kawasaki W650, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is MU51 LJE safe to buy?

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