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L979 XDF

1993 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,426 mi
Last recorded33,426 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki KLE50026,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL979 XDF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 33,426 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 28,685 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 28,352 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 27,959 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 26,123 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 24,379 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 23,235 miles

Centre Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 23,235 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 22,040 miles

Centre Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 22,040 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 20,950 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 19,970 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 18,757 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 18,636 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 18,378 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 May 2006 17,853 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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L979 XDF is a 1993 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 L979 XDF, 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 L979 XDF registered?

L979 XDF is a 1993 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 19 August 1993.

Is L979 XDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L979 XDF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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