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J981 HCR

1991 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,069 mi
Last recorded55,069 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2011
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki KLE50029,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ981 HCR
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2011 55,069 miles

Disabled clutch control.

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 55,039 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 53,156 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 53,156 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 49,914 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 45,899 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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J981 HCR is a 1991 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J981 HCR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J981 HCR registered?

J981 HCR is a 1991 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 19 November 1991.

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The MOT history for J981 HCR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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