MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,036 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake binding but not excessively both brakes slight bind, but have new pads fitted and not bedded in as yet (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened swing arm corroded and holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated unable to check condition of rear wheel bearing due to brake bind (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
number plate lamp is out
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
no number plate light
How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLE500?
Based on 9,168 MOT tests across 973 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PL08 SZE is a 2008 Kawasaki KLE500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 PL08 SZE, 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.
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What year was PL08 SZE registered?
PL08 SZE is a 2008 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 18 July 2008.
Is PL08 SZE safe to buy?
The MOT history for PL08 SZE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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