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R392 KYG

1998 Kawasaki KLR650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,153 mi
Last recorded58,153 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KLR65024,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR392 KYG
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 58,153 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 58,153 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 57,192 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 56,061 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 56,061 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 55,097 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 50,654 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 42,361 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 35,543 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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R392 KYG is a 1998 Kawasaki KLR650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 24,888 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 R392 KYG, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R392 KYG registered?

R392 KYG is a 1998 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R392 KYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R392 KYG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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