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S197 TND

1998 Kawasaki KLR650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,869 mi
Last recorded30,869 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KLR65024,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS197 TND
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2013 30,869 miles

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

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 29,131 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 27,907 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 27,907 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 22,481 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 18,327 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 17,162 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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S197 TND is a 1998 Kawasaki KLR650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S197 TND, 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 S197 TND registered?

S197 TND is a 1998 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S197 TND safe to buy?

The MOT history for S197 TND shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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