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T217 LVW

1999 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,719 mi
Last recorded16,719 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki KLE50019,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT217 LVW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 16,719 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 16,669 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 16,669 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 15,760 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 15,760 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 15,332 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 12,846 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 10,741 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 9,793 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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T217 LVW is a 1999 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 19,278 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 T217 LVW, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T217 LVW?

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What year was T217 LVW registered?

T217 LVW is a 1999 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 14 April 1999.

Is T217 LVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T217 LVW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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