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E147 VVR

1987 Kawasaki KLR650

Blue Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,159 mi
Last recorded27,159 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki KLR65032,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE147 VVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 27,159 miles

front brake disc corroded

rear brake calliper damp around bleed nipple

Pass 9 Jul 2011 27,145 miles

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

front brake disc slightly corroded

front brake lever operation slightly rough

Fail 9 Jul 2011 27,145 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

front brake disc slightly corroded

front brake lever operation slightly rough

Pass 13 Jan 2010 15,606 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 15,606 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 13,330 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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E147 VVR is a 1987 Kawasaki KLR650 in Blue with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E147 VVR, 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.

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What year was E147 VVR registered?

E147 VVR is a 1987 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 2 November 1987.

Is E147 VVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E147 VVR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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