MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,194 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. trailing arm (2.4.A.1a)
Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)
front forks have gaiters over them
number plate light inop.
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Number plate is deteriorating.
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)
Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLE500?
Based on 9,168 MOT tests across 973 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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H717 JLA is a 1997 Kawasaki KLE500 in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1997 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 19,205 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 H717 JLA, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was H717 JLA registered?
H717 JLA is a 1997 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 4 April 1997.
Is H717 JLA safe to buy?
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