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T589 SFW

1999 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,568 mi
Last recorded27,568 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2019
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki KLE50019,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT589 SFW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2019 27,568 miles

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

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 27,561 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2016 26,979 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 26,979 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 23,163 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 19,508 miles

chain and sprockets are worn. recommend renewal

rear brake lever bent. recommend renewal

slight play evident in rear wheel bearings. recommend renewal

Pass 20 Apr 2013 17,739 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 16,799 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 15,342 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 13,446 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 12,657 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 10,707 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 8,211 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 6,503 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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T589 SFW is a 1999 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 T589 SFW, 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

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What year was T589 SFW registered?

T589 SFW is a 1999 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is T589 SFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T589 SFW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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