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J507 PVR

1992 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,046 mi
Last recorded12,046 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki KLE50027,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ507 PVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 12,046 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 29,139 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive cush drive rubbers (6.2.1e)

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

advise chain dry of lube

Fail 19 Sep 2016 29,139 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride front split pin missing (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive cush drive rubbers (6.2.1e)

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

advise chain dry of lube

Fail 30 Apr 2015 28,765 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 28,765 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 36,011 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 33,892 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2010 33,871 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 27,559 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2007 24,253 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 24,253 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 21,434 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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J507 PVR is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 J507 PVR, 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 J507 PVR registered?

J507 PVR is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 15 February 1992.

Is J507 PVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J507 PVR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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