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WK09 YTR

2009 Kawasaki Versys

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

16,918 mi
Last recorded16,918 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Kawasaki Versys17,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK09 YTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelVersys
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 16,918 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 16,569 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 16,143 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 16,143 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 16,020 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Jan 2020 16,020 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 14,500 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 19 Dec 2018 14,500 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 13,012 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 10 Oct 2017 13,012 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 11,870 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 9 Mar 2016 11,870 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 9,670 miles

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2015 9,670 miles

Centre Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 5,386 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 20,338 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 16,917 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Versys?

Based on 2,109 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
1,124
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
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WK09 YTR is a 2009 Kawasaki Versys in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2009 Kawasaki Versys models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 17,134 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 Versys fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK09 YTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Versys typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Kawasaki Versys is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK09 YTR registered?

WK09 YTR is a 2009 Kawasaki Versys, first registered on 18 April 2009.

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