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R489 HNL

1997 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,242 mi
Last recorded41,242 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLE50019,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR489 HNL
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 41,242 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 39,481 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 37,777 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 37,161 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 36,136 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 35,135 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 34,206 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 32,862 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 31,950 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 26,973 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 21,292 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2012 17,333 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 12,352 miles

front tyre perrished

Pass 29 Jun 2009 12,117 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 9,826 miles

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

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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R489 HNL is a 1997 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R489 HNL, 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

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What year was R489 HNL registered?

R489 HNL is a 1997 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 29 November 1997.

Is R489 HNL safe to buy?

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