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DX56 BTF

2006 Kawasaki KLE500

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

28,483 mi
Last recorded28,483 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki KLE50014,863 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX56 BTF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 28,483 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 25,928 miles

Central Rear Road spring corroded surface corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 25,084 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2024 25,084 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2023 23,694 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre perished

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 21,974 miles

Front tyre perished and cracking on walls, but cord not exposed.

Pass 27 Feb 2020 21,461 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 21,450 miles

Central Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 20,584 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 20,584 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 20,584 miles

Rear Brake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2016 20,584 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 19,747 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 18,825 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 18,166 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 17,757 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 17,757 miles

Horn emits 2 or more alternating tones (1.7.3b)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 17,483 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 14,256 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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DX56 BTF is a 2006 Kawasaki KLE500 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 DX56 BTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX56 BTF registered?

DX56 BTF is a 2006 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is DX56 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX56 BTF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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