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WL57 WAU

2008 Kawasaki KL650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

10,714 mi
Last recorded10,714 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki KL65021,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL57 WAU
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 10,714 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 7,521 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 6,400 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 6,310 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 6,249 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 5,905 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 5,788 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 5,496 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 5,496 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 3,952 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 3,134 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL650?

Based on 2,529 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Headlamp aim too low 19
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 14
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WL57 WAU is a 2008 Kawasaki KL650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki KL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 21,561 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 KL650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WL57 WAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki KL650 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WL57 WAU registered?

WL57 WAU is a 2008 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is WL57 WAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL57 WAU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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