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M542 FTT

1994 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

32,585 mi
Last recorded32,585 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki KLE50025,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM542 FTT
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 32,585 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 31,540 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 31,540 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 30,555 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 30,555 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 27,753 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 26,151 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 24 May 2008 26,244 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 21,572 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 23,443 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 23,443 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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M542 FTT is a 1994 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 25,301 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 M542 FTT, 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 32 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 M542 FTT registered?

M542 FTT is a 1994 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 21 October 1994.

Is M542 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M542 FTT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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