CarVerify

Free Car Check

R32 AEW

1997 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,498 mi
Last recorded30,498 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLE50019,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 AEW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 30,498 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 29,173 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 26,570 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 26,570 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 20,853 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 18,543 miles

front tyre starting to perish

Pass 13 May 2011 18,185 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 17,360 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 17,046 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 16,588 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2008 16,588 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 15,560 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 15,054 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 15,054 miles

Nearside Front Lower Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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
Full Kawasaki KLE500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R32 AEW is a 1997 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 19,205 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 R32 AEW, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R32 AEW?

You can check the full history of R32 AEW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R32 AEW registered?

R32 AEW is a 1997 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R32 AEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R32 AEW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R32 AEW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R32 AEW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.