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DX55 BHW

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,966 mi
Last recorded6,966 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 BHW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2025 6,966 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 6,902 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 6,530 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 5,687 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 2,897 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 2,850 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 2,833 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 2,783 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 2,771 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 1,230 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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DX55 BHW is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BHW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX55 BHW registered?

DX55 BHW is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is DX55 BHW safe to buy?

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