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S312 MEF

1998 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,722 mi
Last recorded33,722 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KLE50017,899 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS312 MEF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2018 33,722 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 30,204 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 26,242 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 24,629 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 22,515 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 May 2013 20,048 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 19,435 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 15,972 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 15,447 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 14,659 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 14,000 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 13,225 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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S312 MEF is a 1998 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 S312 MEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S312 MEF registered?

S312 MEF is a 1998 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 10 September 1998.

Is S312 MEF safe to buy?

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