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PO55 UKS

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,207 mi
Last recorded22,207 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 UKS
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 22,207 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2025 21,698 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 20,894 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 19,859 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 18,288 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 16,477 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 10,105 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 9,657 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 8,602 miles

Wrong type of retainer pin in rear wheel hub locking nut

Pass 14 Jun 2016 7,931 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 7,897 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 14 May 2012 7,124 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 May 2012 7,124 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 5,368 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 5,365 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 4,967 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 4,967 miles

Offside Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2009 2,457 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 UKS is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UKS, 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 UKS registered?

PO55 UKS is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 5 November 2005.

Is PO55 UKS safe to buy?

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