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K438 THA

1992 Kawasaki KLE500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,730 mi
Last recorded48,730 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2016
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki KLE50027,951 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK438 THA
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2016 48,730 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 48,412 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 44,523 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 43,940 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Upper Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 43,940 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Upper Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 39,415 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 38,361 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 35,022 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 34,497 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 29,944 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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K438 THA is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 K438 THA, 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.

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What year was K438 THA registered?

K438 THA is a 1992 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K438 THA safe to buy?

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