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S69 TEV

1998 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,517 mi
Last recorded23,517 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KLE50017,899 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS69 TEV
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 23,517 miles

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

Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced N/S and O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 23,209 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 22,781 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured O/S and N/S (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 22,781 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured O/S and N/S (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 22,317 miles

Rear slight cut to tread

Pass 16 Apr 2013 21,010 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 14,042 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 1,524 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 1,002 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 980 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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S69 TEV is a 1998 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S69 TEV, 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 S69 TEV registered?

S69 TEV is a 1998 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 22 August 1998.

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