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D957 DLP

1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,401 mi
Last recorded32,401 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2008
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A136,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD957 DLP
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A1
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2008 32,401 miles

front brake lever travel nearing bar

Pass 2 Apr 2007 32,038 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 30,212 miles

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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D957 DLP is a 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D957 DLP, 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 D957 DLP registered?

D957 DLP is a 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 2 June 1987.

Is D957 DLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D957 DLP shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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