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H170 FKR

1991 Kawasaki KLE500

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

50,281 mi
Last recorded50,281 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki KLE50029,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH170 FKR
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 50,281 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 50,281 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2009 49,675 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 49,675 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 49,478 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Apr 2008 49,470 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 May 2007 46,373 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 45,121 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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H170 FKR is a 1991 Kawasaki KLE500 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 29,091 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 H170 FKR, 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 35 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H170 FKR registered?

H170 FKR is a 1991 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 13 June 1991.

Is H170 FKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H170 FKR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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