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VO03 FAJ

2003 Kawasaki KLE500

Maroon Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,715 mi
Last recorded78,715 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki KLE50020,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO03 FAJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 78,715 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 76,791 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 66,073 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 57,324 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 43,150 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 35,478 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 26,593 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 20,052 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 20,027 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 20,027 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 17,040 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 28 Jul 2009 17,040 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 13,452 miles

headlamp"kick-up" image to the off-side is blanked off with duct tape.

Pass 6 Aug 2007 8,870 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 6,534 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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VO03 FAJ is a 2003 Kawasaki KLE500 in Maroon with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 20,052 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 VO03 FAJ, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VO03 FAJ registered?

VO03 FAJ is a 2003 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is VO03 FAJ safe to buy?

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