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J721 ETO

1992 Kawasaki KLE500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

7,960 mi
Last recorded7,960 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki KLE50027,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ721 ETO
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 7,960 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Mar 2026 7,960 miles

Front Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 7,618 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 6,117 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 6,117 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 5,326 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 4,161 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 3,309 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 2,792 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 1,328 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 15 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 48,354 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 47,051 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 46,436 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 45,081 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 43,674 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2011 43,536 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 41,673 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 41,673 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 39,205 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 37,428 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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J721 ETO is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 J721 ETO, 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 J721 ETO registered?

J721 ETO is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 6 June 1992.

Is J721 ETO safe to buy?

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