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D291 LSE

1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

630 mi
Last recorded630 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A136,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD291 LSE
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A1
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 630 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 630 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 46 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 4,568 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013
Fail 10 Apr 2013

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 4,214 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 34,213 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 43,359 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 43,277 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 42,969 miles

Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 3 Apr 2006 42,969 miles

Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A1?

Based on 588 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 7
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D291 LSE is a 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 36,755 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500-A1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D291 LSE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D291 LSE registered?

D291 LSE is a 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 12 February 1987.

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