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DX55 BKU

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,627 mi
Last recorded13,627 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 BKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 13,627 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 13,627 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2012 12,834 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2012 12,802 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 12,608 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2010 11,361 miles

advise heat shield on exhaust insecure

Pass 15 Dec 2008 9,257 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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DX55 BKU is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX55 BKU registered?

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

Is DX55 BKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 BKU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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