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T838 JGW

1999 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

31,509 mi
Last recorded31,509 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki KLE50019,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT838 JGW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 31,509 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 31,497 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 31,112 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 30,413 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 28,708 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 26,219 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 23,746 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 19,856 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 19,390 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 18,832 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 18,010 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 17,278 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 16,938 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 15,942 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 14,829 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 13,256 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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T838 JGW is a 1999 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 T838 JGW, 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.

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What year was T838 JGW registered?

T838 JGW is a 1999 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T838 JGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T838 JGW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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