MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,246 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
corrosion on frame
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLE500?
Based on 9,168 MOT tests across 973 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R261 YOP is a 1998 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
Across all 1998 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,899 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 R261 YOP, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R261 YOP registered?
R261 YOP is a 1998 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 11 June 1998.
Is R261 YOP safe to buy?
The MOT history for R261 YOP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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