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S986 DWL

1999 Kawasaki KLR650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,096 mi
Last recorded29,096 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki KLR65015,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS986 DWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 29,096 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 23,685 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 22,779 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 20,506 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 18,610 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 18,369 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 18,369 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 18,369 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 14,027 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 9,013 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 9,013 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 7,182 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 6,951 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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S986 DWL is a 1999 Kawasaki KLR650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S986 DWL, 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 S986 DWL registered?

S986 DWL is a 1999 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 5 February 1999.

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