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S480 AMW

1999 Kawasaki KLR650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,270 mi
Last recorded20,270 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki KLR65015,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS480 AMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 20,270 miles
Pass 8 May 2023 20,040 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 19,006 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 19,000 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 17,282 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 15,326 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 13,223 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 12,863 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 12,863 miles

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 12,518 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 12,517 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 12,087 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 11,878 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 11,689 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 11,524 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 11,197 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 9,550 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 8,218 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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S480 AMW is a 1999 Kawasaki KLR650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 15,246 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 S480 AMW, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S480 AMW registered?

S480 AMW is a 1999 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 8 February 1999.

Is S480 AMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S480 AMW shows 18 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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