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NKO 148P

1976 Kawasaki KH500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,976 mi
Last recorded27,976 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 Kawasaki KH50022,456 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKO 148P
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH500
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 27,976 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 27,925 miles

Centre Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Centre Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Handlebars slightly bent

Fail 7 May 2014 27,925 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Centre Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Centre Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Handlebars slightly bent

Pass 14 Aug 2010 57,159 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 54,711 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 52,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KH500?

Based on 771 MOT tests across 171 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
184
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
171
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
Drive chain excessively loose 3
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 3
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NKO 148P is a 1976 Kawasaki KH500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1976 Kawasaki KH500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 22,456 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 KH500 fails its MOT is direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NKO 148P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KH500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Kawasaki KH500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NKO 148P?

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What year was NKO 148P registered?

NKO 148P is a 1976 Kawasaki KH500, first registered on 21 May 1976.

Is NKO 148P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKO 148P shows 6 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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