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YN56 KXW

2006 Kawasaki KLE500

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,819 mi
Last recorded12,819 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki KLE50014,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN56 KXW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 12,819 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2025 12,819 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 10,974 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 7,558 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 6,932 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2016 6,929 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 6,454 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 5,704 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 5,185 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 4,649 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 3,425 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 3,425 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 352 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 352 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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YN56 KXW is a 2006 Kawasaki KLE500 in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 14,863 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 YN56 KXW, 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 20 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 YN56 KXW registered?

YN56 KXW is a 2006 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 4 December 2006.

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