MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,932 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Rear Wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
headlamp taped image flat
How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLE500?
Based on 9,168 MOT tests across 973 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L453 XBX is a 1998 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1998 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,899 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 L453 XBX, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of L453 XBX?
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What year was L453 XBX registered?
L453 XBX is a 1998 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 8 April 1998.
Is L453 XBX safe to buy?
The MOT history for L453 XBX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does L453 XBX have outstanding finance?
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