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R495 GMW

1997 Kawasaki KL650

Green Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,188 mi
Last recorded25,188 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KL65024,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR495 GMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 25,188 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 25,188 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 13 Nov 2014 3,816 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 13 Nov 2014 3,816 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 22,233 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 22,233 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 21,336 miles

Number plate slightly deteriorated

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 20,743 miles

Rear number plate starting to deterioate

Pass 6 Nov 2009 18,742 miles

Rear number plate starting to deterioate

Pass 4 Nov 2008 17,964 miles

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

Rear number plate starting to deterioate

Pass 8 Nov 2007 17,139 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 14,748 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 14,748 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 13,526 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 13,522 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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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R495 GMW is a 1997 Kawasaki KL650 in Green with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R495 GMW, 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 R495 GMW registered?

R495 GMW is a 1997 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R495 GMW safe to buy?

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