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W579 XAE

2000 Kawasaki KLR650

Silver Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,150 mi
Last recorded9,150 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki KLR65015,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW579 XAE
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 9,150 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2016 7,877 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2016 7,877 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 7,766 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 7,766 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 May 2014 19,412 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 5 May 2014 19,412 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

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

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 19,272 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 16,553 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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W579 XAE is a 2000 Kawasaki KLR650 in Silver with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 15,789 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W579 XAE, 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 26 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W579 XAE registered?

W579 XAE is a 2000 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W579 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W579 XAE shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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