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PO55 UKW

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,613 mi
Last recorded22,613 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 UKW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 22,613 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 22,339 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 22,015 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 21,139 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 19,323 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 7 May 2021 19,323 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 17,897 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 15,510 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 14,803 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 13,517 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 14 Apr 2012 13,517 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 12,832 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 UKW is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 UKW, 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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PO55 UKW is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 15 November 2005.

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