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N242 VEC

2017 Kawasaki KLR650

Blue Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,985 mi
Last recorded27,985 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN242 VEC
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 27,985 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 27,362 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 27,079 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 26,493 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 26,013 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 25,750 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 25,166 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 24,776 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 24,776 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Rear brake switch. (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 22,751 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLR650?

Based on 3,761 MOT tests across 445 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
569
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
445
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Headlamp aim too low 25
Drive chain excessively loose 21
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N242 VEC is a 2017 Kawasaki KLR650 in Blue with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KLR650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N242 VEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 9 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was N242 VEC registered?

N242 VEC is a 2017 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is N242 VEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N242 VEC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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