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DX55 BJE

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

24,840 mi
Last recorded24,840 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 BJE
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 24,840 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 23,197 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 21,544 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 20,161 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 16,382 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 14,121 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 12,413 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 9,868 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 9,106 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 9,106 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 7,061 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 4,395 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 2,950 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 2,416 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 1,529 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 1,482 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 1,455 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 1,342 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 1,218 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 BJE is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BJE, 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 BJE registered?

DX55 BJE is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is DX55 BJE safe to buy?

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