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J196 OOD

1992 Kawasaki KLE500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,277 mi
Last recorded35,277 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki KLE50027,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ196 OOD
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 35,277 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 35,137 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 22 Feb 2014 35,137 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 34,552 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 33,767 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 33,767 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 31,835 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 29,957 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 29,957 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2008 28,276 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 26,502 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 24,782 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 24,782 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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J196 OOD is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J196 OOD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J196 OOD registered?

J196 OOD is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 7 April 1992.

Is J196 OOD safe to buy?

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