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WA05 RTX

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

43,567 mi
Last recorded43,567 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 RTX
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 43,567 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2025 43,567 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 38,981 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 36,420 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 32,684 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 30,410 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 30,064 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 26,596 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 23,944 miles

HORN STAYING ON

Pass 23 Mar 2017 21,472 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Aug 2014 21,351 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Aug 2014 21,351 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Jul 2013 21,231 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 19,227 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 19,227 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 18 Jul 2012 19,187 miles

Centre Rear Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 12,388 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 9,823 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 8,444 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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WA05 RTX is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 12,072 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 WA05 RTX, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA05 RTX registered?

WA05 RTX is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is WA05 RTX safe to buy?

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