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R556 YBK

1998 Kawasaki KL650

Grey Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,584 mi
Last recorded31,584 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KL65023,312 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 YBK
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 31,584 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 May 2024 31,240 miles

Front and rear tyre cracking/perishing on side walls

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 30,978 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 30,429 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 30,429 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticking (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2020 30,278 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 29,709 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 29,221 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 28,695 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 26,807 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 26,039 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 25,311 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

no plate starting to delaminate

Pass 21 May 2009 24,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 May 2008 24,198 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 May 2007 23,081 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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R556 YBK is a 1998 Kawasaki KL650 in Grey with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki KL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 23,312 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 R556 YBK, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki KL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R556 YBK?

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What year was R556 YBK registered?

R556 YBK is a 1998 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R556 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 YBK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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