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PO55 CSF

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

16,553 mi
Last recorded16,553 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 CSF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 16,553 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 16,553 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front oil leak from cam chain adjuser

Front oil leak from cam chain adjuser

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 16,553 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 16,553 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 14,464 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 13,538 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 13,538 miles

Central Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2015 13,538 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 13,558 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 11,586 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 6,939 miles

rear brake lever fouling on clutch cover

front tyre tread very uneven ware

Fail 16 Jun 2011 6,934 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

rear brake lever fouling on clutch cover

front tyre tread very uneven ware

Pass 25 Jun 2010 4,281 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 4,048 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 3,242 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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PO55 CSF is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PO55 CSF, 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 PO55 CSF registered?

PO55 CSF is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is PO55 CSF safe to buy?

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