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E468 HJM

1988 Kawasaki KLR600

Black Petrol 564cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 Kawasaki KLR60025,003 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE468 HJM
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR600
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine564cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2016
Fail 25 Oct 2013

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2013
Fail 25 Oct 2012 1,128 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2012 1,128 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 17 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Offside Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Offside Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

horn weak

throttle grip becoming worn and torn

Pass 29 Jul 2011 17 miles

horn weak

throttle grip becoming worn and torn

Fail 4 Aug 2009 26,610 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

number plate light not working

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 4 Aug 2009 26,610 miles

number plate light not working

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 28 Aug 2008 26,148 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 24,439 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 24,174 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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E468 HJM is a 1988 Kawasaki KLR600 in Black with a 564cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki KLR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 25,003 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 KLR600 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E468 HJM, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki KLR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E468 HJM registered?

E468 HJM is a 1988 Kawasaki KLR600, first registered on 9 May 1988.

Is E468 HJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E468 HJM shows 12 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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