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DKZ 5640

1987 Kawasaki KLR650

Green Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,023 mi
Last recorded36,023 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki KLR65032,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKZ 5640
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 36,023 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 33,951 miles

Front Lower Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2013 33,845 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 32,719 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 32,719 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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DKZ 5640 is a 1987 Kawasaki KLR650 in Green with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 32,936 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 DKZ 5640, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DKZ 5640?

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What year was DKZ 5640 registered?

DKZ 5640 is a 1987 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is DKZ 5640 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKZ 5640 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DKZ 5640 have outstanding finance?

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