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T947 RWC

1999 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,097 mi
Last recorded30,097 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki KLE50019,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT947 RWC
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 30,097 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 29,391 miles

No number plate light

Pass 22 Oct 2012 27,696 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 26,302 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 26,302 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 24,739 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Number plate illumination light not working

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 22,480 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 19,845 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 19,845 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 17,028 miles

number plate illumination light not working

Pass 23 Oct 2006 13,511 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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T947 RWC is a 1999 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 T947 RWC, 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 T947 RWC registered?

T947 RWC is a 1999 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 1 May 1999.

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