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P126 SAH

1997 Kawasaki KLR650

Green Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,436 mi
Last recorded47,436 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLR65018,322 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 SAH
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 47,436 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 47,390 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 47,383 miles

Front Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CHASSIS @ FRONT RUSTED THROUGH (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Oct 2019 47,330 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 47,149 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 45,471 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 45,209 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 43,577 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 41,285 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 39,471 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 39,471 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 38,111 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 38,111 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 37,516 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2008 32,837 miles

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Rear Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 32,837 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 32,345 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 31,746 miles

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

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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P126 SAH is a 1997 Kawasaki KLR650 in Green with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 18,322 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 KLR650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P126 SAH, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P126 SAH registered?

P126 SAH is a 1997 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 26 April 1997.

Is P126 SAH safe to buy?

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