MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,361 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
slight play in cush drive
Front Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Front Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
corrosion around fuel cap sealing washer
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear An item not tested (Manual)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1a)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
corrosion around fuel cap sealing washer
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLE500?
Based on 9,168 MOT tests across 973 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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H498 LJM is a 1991 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.
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 H498 LJM, 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 H498 LJM registered?
H498 LJM is a 1991 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 23 May 1991.
Is H498 LJM safe to buy?
The MOT history for H498 LJM shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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