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NK55 CBV

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,637 mi
Last recorded29,637 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK55 CBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2020 29,637 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 29,497 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

rear frame and swing arm rusty

rear shock pivot slightly seized

Pass 28 Nov 2017 28,891 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 28,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 27,937 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 26,375 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 26,324 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 24,527 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 22,397 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 14,926 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 14,629 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 14,629 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 11,225 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 11,225 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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 CBV is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 CBV, 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 CBV registered?

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

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