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PO55 UKV

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,041 mi
Last recorded14,041 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 UKV
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 14,041 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 11,910 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 10,055 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 7,646 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 5,778 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 5,774 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 3,709 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 3,622 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 3,071 miles

front tyre sidewall cracked.

number plate light in/op

Pass 21 Apr 2012 2,787 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 2,408 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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 UKV is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UKV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO55 UKV registered?

PO55 UKV is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is PO55 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO55 UKV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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