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FM57 AXX

2008 Kawasaki KLE500

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,242 mi
Last recorded23,242 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki KLE50013,643 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 AXX
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 23,242 miles

Front Lower Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 20,528 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 13,756 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 13,645 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 13,582 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 13,582 miles

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 13,571 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 13,143 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 12,108 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front brake slightly binding

Pass 25 May 2016 9,801 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 9,788 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 7,006 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 4,860 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 4,688 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 4,502 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 6 Jan 2011 3,935 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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FM57 AXX is a 2008 Kawasaki KLE500 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 13,643 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 FM57 AXX, 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 18 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM57 AXX registered?

FM57 AXX is a 2008 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is FM57 AXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 AXX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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