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R857 KGK

1997 Kawasaki KLX650

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLX65013,776 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR857 KGK
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX650
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017
Pass 19 May 2014 8,008 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 7,607 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

braided hose cannot check

front tyre slightly cracked

Pass 16 Aug 2011 6,388 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 5,809 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 5,790 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLX650?

Based on 1,973 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
424
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
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R857 KGK is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX650 in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KLX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 13,776 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KLX650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R857 KGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki KLX650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R857 KGK registered?

R857 KGK is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX650, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R857 KGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R857 KGK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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