CarVerify

Free Car Check

R83 SER

1998 Kawasaki KLR650

Green Petrol 651cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,348 mi
Last recorded31,348 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KLR65024,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 SER
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2011 31,348 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 28,591 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 25,731 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 23,344 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 21,344 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2006 18,370 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
Full Kawasaki KLR650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R83 SER is a 1998 Kawasaki KLR650 in Green with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R83 SER, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R83 SER?

You can check the full history of R83 SER by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R83 SER registered?

R83 SER is a 1998 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R83 SER safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 SER shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R83 SER have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R83 SER. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.