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D179 MGS

1986 Kawasaki KLR600

Black Petrol 564cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,908 mi
Last recorded42,908 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki KLR60029,827 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD179 MGS
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR600
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine564cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 42,908 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 14,380 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 14,380 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 14,380 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2009 14,380 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 14,380 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 14,380 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLR600?

Based on 1,268 MOT tests across 211 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
366
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
211
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 14
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Drive chain worn to excess 8
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D179 MGS is a 1986 Kawasaki KLR600 in Black with a 564cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki KLR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 29,827 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KLR600 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D179 MGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Kawasaki KLR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D179 MGS registered?

D179 MGS is a 1986 Kawasaki KLR600, first registered on 29 September 1986.

Is D179 MGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D179 MGS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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