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J167 DYF

1992 Kawasaki KLE500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,140 mi
Last recorded44,140 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki KLE50027,951 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ167 DYF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 44,140 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Minor oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2024 43,883 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2024 43,865 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 43,644 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 43,311 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 42,860 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 24 Jul 2019 42,860 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 May 2017 42,585 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 42,581 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Rear brake pads below legal limt of 1.5mm and inner pad sat at an angle in caliper (3.2.A1f(i))

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Rear tyre has several deep cracks around its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2016 39,731 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 36,673 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 31,293 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 30,434 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Handle bars out alignment

Pass 30 Mar 2012 30,271 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 30,271 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 30,011 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 30,011 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 29,453 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 29,453 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 28,520 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 28,514 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 28,514 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Aug 2006 26,667 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Fail 14 Aug 2006 26,667 miles

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Offside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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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J167 DYF is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 27,951 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 J167 DYF, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J167 DYF registered?

J167 DYF is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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