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LM08 VFF

2008 Kawasaki KLE500

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,911 mi
Last recorded24,911 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki KLE50013,643 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 VFF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 24,911 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 24,897 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2024 24,897 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 20,927 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 20,916 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 20,831 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 18,162 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 15,115 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 13,190 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 8,754 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 8,635 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 7,961 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 7,079 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 6,341 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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LM08 VFF is a 2008 Kawasaki KLE500 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 13,643 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 LM08 VFF, 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 18 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 LM08 VFF registered?

LM08 VFF is a 2008 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 13 May 2008.

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The MOT history for LM08 VFF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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