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E980 EAN

1987 Kawasaki KL650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Kawasaki KL65032,817 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE980 EAN
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL650
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2015

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Feb 2015

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 10 Jun 2014

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Centre Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

n/s handle bar grip loose

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Gear lever slightly loose

Loose cables around handle bars

Nearside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Speedo not operating or showing mileage

Loose cables and wiring near rear suspension

Pass 25 May 2013 4,802 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 May 2012

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2011
Pass 6 Apr 2010

chainguard absent

Fail 22 Mar 2010

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

chainguard absent

Pass 2 Jun 2008 11 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL650?

Based on 2,529 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Headlamp aim too low 19
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 14
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E980 EAN is a 1987 Kawasaki KL650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki KL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 32,817 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 KL650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E980 EAN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki KL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E980 EAN registered?

E980 EAN is a 1987 Kawasaki KL650, first registered on 16 September 1987.

Is E980 EAN safe to buy?

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