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J986 SWO

1992 Kawasaki KLE500

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,072 mi
Last recorded28,072 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki KLE50027,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ986 SWO
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 28,072 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 27,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 27,353 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 27,322 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 27,137 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 27,137 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2017 27,049 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 26,557 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 26,557 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 26,100 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 26,100 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 26,077 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2011 26,032 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2010 25,719 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2008 25,288 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 24,545 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 24,037 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 23,156 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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J986 SWO is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500 in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J986 SWO, 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 J986 SWO registered?

J986 SWO is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 13 April 1992.

Is J986 SWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J986 SWO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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