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P462 TAM

1996 Kawasaki KL650

Blue Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,018 mi
Last recorded27,018 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP462 TAM
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 27,018 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 May 2023 27,003 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy Notchy! (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 26,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 1 Apr 2022 26,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 25,946 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 May 2014 25,116 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Pass 16 May 2014 25,116 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 24,255 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 22,189 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 22,189 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 19,756 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 16,845 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL650?

Based on 2,529 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Headlamp aim too low 19
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 14
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P462 TAM is a 1996 Kawasaki KL650 in Blue with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KL650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P462 TAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki KL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P462 TAM registered?

P462 TAM is a 1996 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 16 November 1996.

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