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BU51 FGG

2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,887 mi
Last recorded13,887 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D716,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 FGG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D7
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 13,887 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 13,797 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 13,736 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 13,544 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 13,522 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 12,625 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Sep 2008 12,625 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 11,113 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 11,113 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 10,225 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 8,542 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2005 8,536 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-D7?

Based on 4,825 MOT tests across 445 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
445
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 91
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 41
Drive chain excessively loose 41
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BU51 FGG is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 16,023 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 EX500-D7 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 FGG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-D7 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-D7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU51 FGG registered?

BU51 FGG is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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