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N368 OHS

1996 Kawasaki KLE500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,793 mi
Last recorded28,793 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki KLE50026,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN368 OHS
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 28,793 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned not in centre line of bike (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 28,793 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned not in centre line of bike (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 28,674 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 28,409 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 28,005 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 27,600 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 27,264 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 26,030 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 26,030 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 26 Feb 2013 26,030 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 26,030 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 26,030 miles

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 26,030 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 26,030 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

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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N368 OHS is a 1996 Kawasaki KLE500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 26,192 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 N368 OHS, 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 30 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 N368 OHS registered?

N368 OHS is a 1996 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 26 April 1996.

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