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R83 BMV

1997 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,030 mi
Last recorded28,030 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLE50019,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 BMV
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 28,030 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 28,015 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 27,933 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 27,345 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 26,234 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 26,234 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 26,203 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 26,057 miles

Throttle return slow

Pass 13 Aug 2018 25,968 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 25,835 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 25,671 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 25,557 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 25,420 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 25,259 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 24,990 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 24,589 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 24,356 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 23,221 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 21,835 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 21,835 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Aug 2007 18,186 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 14,814 miles

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

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

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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R83 BMV is a 1997 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R83 BMV, 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.

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What year was R83 BMV registered?

R83 BMV is a 1997 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 29 September 1997.

Is R83 BMV safe to buy?

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