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NK55 BYW

2006 Kawasaki KLE500

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,917 mi
Last recorded14,917 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki KLE50014,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK55 BYW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 14,917 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 13,917 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 13,302 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 12,006 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 11,174 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

clutch lever pivots slightly worn

Pass 10 Feb 2014 10,758 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 9,961 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 May 2011 9,130 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 9,125 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 6,140 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 6,140 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 4,784 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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NK55 BYW is a 2006 Kawasaki KLE500 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 14,863 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 NK55 BYW, 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 20 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NK55 BYW registered?

NK55 BYW is a 2006 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 3 February 2006.

Is NK55 BYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK55 BYW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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