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LK55 DOU

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,369 mi
Last recorded24,369 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 DOU
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 24,369 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 22,025 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 22,025 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 18,076 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 16,067 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 12,380 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 12,154 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 11,526 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 8,820 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 7,764 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 7,556 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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LK55 DOU is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 12,072 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 LK55 DOU, 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 21 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 LK55 DOU registered?

LK55 DOU is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 1 October 2005.

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