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DX55 BHU

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,073 mi
Last recorded18,073 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 BHU
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 18,073 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 16,048 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2015 14,816 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 13 Jul 2015 14,810 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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DX55 BHU is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 12,072 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 KLE500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 152 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX55 BHU, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of DX55 BHU?

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What year was DX55 BHU registered?

DX55 BHU is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is DX55 BHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 BHU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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