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J248 MHC

2002 Kawasaki KLE500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,353 mi
Last recorded50,353 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2011
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki KLE50031,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ248 MHC
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2011 50,353 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 50,353 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 47,341 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 May 2009 46,365 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

front shock absorber dust covers missing

Pass 3 May 2008 43,514 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 40,753 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 May 2007 40,753 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 40,579 miles

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

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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J248 MHC is a 2002 Kawasaki KLE500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 31,230 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 J248 MHC, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J248 MHC registered?

J248 MHC is a 2002 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 13 August 2002.

Is J248 MHC safe to buy?

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