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CX55 EKE

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,777 mi
Last recorded43,777 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 EKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 43,777 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 43,777 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 42,591 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 42,456 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 41,558 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Frame assembly rusty and corroded (6.1.1a)

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play shock linkage bearings have slight play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated exhaust assembly corroded and front pipes (7.1.1a)

Rear Inner Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive drive blocks have slight play and movement (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 40,867 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Upper Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 23,333 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 23,333 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 22,670 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Nov 2009 20,271 miles

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

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Oct 2008 14,138 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 13,957 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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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CX55 EKE is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 12,072 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 CX55 EKE, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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CX55 EKE is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 10 November 2005.

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