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NJ08 CXA

2008 Kawasaki KLE500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

17,975 mi
Last recorded17,975 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki KLE50013,643 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 CXA
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 17,975 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 17,704 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 17,368 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 16,757 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 16,757 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 16,136 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 15,990 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 15,990 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 14,739 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 14,089 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 13,367 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 13,666 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 12,717 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 12,717 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2012 12,085 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 12,085 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 10,678 miles

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

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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NJ08 CXA is a 2008 Kawasaki KLE500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 NJ08 CXA, 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

How do I check the history of NJ08 CXA?

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What year was NJ08 CXA registered?

NJ08 CXA is a 2008 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 5 April 2008.

Is NJ08 CXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ08 CXA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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