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BU06 GDK

2006 Kawasaki KLE500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,945 mi
Last recorded36,945 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki KLE50014,863 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 GDK
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 36,945 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 34,557 miles

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 34,551 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively cush drive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2022 34,551 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively cush drive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 34,252 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively cush drive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit hard to see, covered in mud (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 34,252 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively cush drive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit hard to see, covered in mud (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 29,843 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 26,518 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 19,831 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 18,875 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 May 2013 16,003 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 May 2012 14,407 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 13,818 miles

advise foot rest slight play

advise light switch sligthl play

Pass 16 Jun 2009 9,085 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLE500?

Based on 9,168 MOT tests across 973 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
764
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
973
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 152
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 147
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 66
Horn not working 66
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
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BU06 GDK is a 2006 Kawasaki KLE500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 14,863 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KLE500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 152 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU06 GDK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLE500 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 20 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BU06 GDK is a 2006 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 30 June 2006.

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