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P998 SUW

1997 Kawasaki KL650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,079 mi
Last recorded24,079 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KL65024,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP998 SUW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 24,079 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 23,992 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 23,500 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 22,297 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 22,297 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 21,590 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 21,086 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 20,173 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 19,513 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 18,941 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 18,232 miles

front brake binding slightly.

rear brake binding slightly.

rear tyre has been rubbing slightly on exhaust,

Pass 29 Jul 2010 17,212 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 15,944 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 14,682 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 14,682 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2007 13,169 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 9,532 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 9,524 miles

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

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

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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P998 SUW is a 1997 Kawasaki KL650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 24,079 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P998 SUW, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki KL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P998 SUW registered?

P998 SUW is a 1997 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is P998 SUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P998 SUW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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