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J416 KAF

1992 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1992 Kawasaki KLE50027,951 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ416 KAF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2010

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 214 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 214 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2008

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

front tyre slightly out of line

no front mudguard

Pass 7 Aug 2006 39,203 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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J416 KAF is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 J416 KAF, 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 J416 KAF registered?

J416 KAF is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 14 May 1992.

Is J416 KAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J416 KAF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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