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F259 RNM

1989 Kawasaki KLR650

Blue Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

44,114 mi
Last recorded44,114 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KLR65030,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF259 RNM
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 44,114 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 44,114 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect left hand drive headlight fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 42,823 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 39,143 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2024 39,143 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

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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F259 RNM is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650 in Blue with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 30,964 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 F259 RNM, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F259 RNM registered?

F259 RNM is a 1989 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F259 RNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F259 RNM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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