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M871 YSW

1994 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,904 mi
Last recorded37,904 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki KLE50025,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM871 YSW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 37,904 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 37,375 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 37,375 miles

Nearside Front Lower Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 May 2011 33,871 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 32,410 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 28,703 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 27,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 27,364 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 27,364 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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M871 YSW is a 1994 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 M871 YSW, 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 M871 YSW registered?

M871 YSW is a 1994 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 26 November 1994.

Is M871 YSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M871 YSW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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