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H596 GLK

1991 Kawasaki KLE500

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

59,128 mi
Last recorded59,128 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki KLE50029,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH596 GLK
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 59,128 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 59,003 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 58,901 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 58,790 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 58,601 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 58,246 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 57,992 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Nov 2016 57,151 miles

Rear Wheel fractured but not significantly reducing the original strength cracked rim between valve and spokes (4.2.1a)

Fail 24 Nov 2016 57,151 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Wheel fractured but not significantly reducing the original strength cracked rim between valve and spokes (4.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 56,835 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 54,893 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 54,893 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 53,867 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 53,254 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 53,251 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 52,943 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 51,260 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 48,367 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 46,391 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 46,388 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 45,789 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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H596 GLK is a 1991 Kawasaki KLE500 in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 H596 GLK, 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 H596 GLK registered?

H596 GLK is a 1991 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 5 April 1991.

Is H596 GLK safe to buy?

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