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PO55 UKX

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,189 mi
Last recorded24,189 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 UKX
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2014 24,189 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 23,470 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 23,464 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fail 9 Feb 2012 22,303 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 22,303 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 18,868 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 18,868 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 14,801 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 11,075 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 UKX is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UKX, 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 UKX registered?

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

Is PO55 UKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO55 UKX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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