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X479 PWL

2001 Kawasaki KLR650

Green Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

21,760 mi
Last recorded21,760 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki KLR65015,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX479 PWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 21,760 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 21,635 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 20,607 miles

Exhaust noisey.

Pass 3 Jun 2017 17,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate slightly damaged

Pass 11 Jun 2016 15,440 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate slightly damaged

Pass 30 May 2015 15,397 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 15,397 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 14,803 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 14,298 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 13,710 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 13,710 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 13,258 miles

chain and rear sprocket becoming worn change soon as pos.

Fail 3 Jun 2008 13,258 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 8 Jul 2007 12,999 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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X479 PWL is a 2001 Kawasaki KLR650 in Green with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 15,108 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 X479 PWL, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X479 PWL registered?

X479 PWL is a 2001 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 16 February 2001.

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