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K986 GRB

1993 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

24,930 mi
Last recorded24,930 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki KLE50026,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK986 GRB
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 24,930 miles

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 24,782 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2017 24,737 miles

rear brake has a slight binding

Pass 17 Feb 2016 24,495 miles

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

Front tyre has slight perishing on side walls

Pass 30 Sep 2014 24,063 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 23,587 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 23,407 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 23,289 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 23,060 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 23,060 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Dec 2008 23,019 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 22,846 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 22,644 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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K986 GRB is a 1993 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 26,205 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 K986 GRB, 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 33 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 K986 GRB registered?

K986 GRB is a 1993 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 2 January 1993.

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The MOT history for K986 GRB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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