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P829 XLJ

1996 Kawasaki KLX650

Green Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,551 mi
Last recorded28,551 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki KLX65016,619 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP829 XLJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX650
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 28,551 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 28,498 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Aug 2022 28,494 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2020 27,148 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 26,216 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 22,984 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 21,825 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 17,463 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 17,463 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 14,849 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 13,515 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 13,379 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 12,311 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 10,734 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLX650?

Based on 1,973 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
424
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
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P829 XLJ is a 1996 Kawasaki KLX650 in Green with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki KLX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 16,619 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 KLX650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P829 XLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki KLX650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P829 XLJ registered?

P829 XLJ is a 1996 Kawasaki KLX650, first registered on 23 August 1996.

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The MOT history for P829 XLJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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