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NK55 CBO

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

6,291 mi
Last recorded6,291 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK55 CBO
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 6,291 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 6,286 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 6,276 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 6,248 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 6,160 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 5,989 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 5,815 miles

split in rear tyre no cords visible at time of test

Pass 17 Nov 2018 5,689 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 5,611 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 5,558 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2016 5,558 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2015 5,388 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 5,293 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 4,996 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 4,719 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 4,404 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 4,206 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 3,845 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 3,597 miles

Front 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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NK55 CBO is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 12,072 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 NK55 CBO, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NK55 CBO registered?

NK55 CBO is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is NK55 CBO safe to buy?

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