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P617 OFS

1997 Kawasaki KLR650

Blue Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,218 mi
Last recorded15,218 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLR65018,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP617 OFS
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2020 15,218 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 13,429 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 11,851 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Feb 2018 11,834 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 10,240 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 10,064 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 9,132 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 8,196 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 7,417 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 5,866 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 5,346 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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P617 OFS is a 1997 Kawasaki KLR650 in Blue with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P617 OFS, 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 P617 OFS registered?

P617 OFS is a 1997 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 9 April 1997.

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The MOT history for P617 OFS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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