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L187 GYL

1993 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,406 mi
Last recorded31,406 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2009
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki KLE50026,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL187 GYL
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2009 31,406 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 31,238 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Jun 2006 31,212 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2006 31,212 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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L187 GYL is a 1993 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 26,205 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 L187 GYL, 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 33 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 L187 GYL registered?

L187 GYL is a 1993 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 6 October 1993.

Is L187 GYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L187 GYL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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