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W899 NWB

2000 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,317 mi
Last recorded17,317 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2015
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki KLE50015,075 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW899 NWB
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2015 17,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 9 Dec 2015 17,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 15,998 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 14,977 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 14,798 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 14,795 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 14,352 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 12,844 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2008 12,844 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2007 10,859 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 9,164 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2005 8,862 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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W899 NWB is a 2000 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 15,075 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 W899 NWB, 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 26 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 W899 NWB registered?

W899 NWB is a 2000 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 24 August 2000.

Is W899 NWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W899 NWB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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