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DX55 AJU

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,975 mi
Last recorded18,975 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 AJU
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 18,975 miles

rear brake disc showing corrosion

slight bind on front brake

Pass 28 Dec 2023 18,725 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 18,489 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 16,652 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 16,281 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front tyre slight feathering / uneven wear

Pass 30 Oct 2019 15,646 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 13,539 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 13,101 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 12,808 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Mar 2016 12,808 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2015 11,533 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 9,731 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 8,385 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 6,591 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 5,321 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 5,321 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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DX55 AJU is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DX55 AJU, 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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What year was DX55 AJU registered?

DX55 AJU is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is DX55 AJU safe to buy?

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