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D990 MWY

1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

7,250 mi
Last recorded7,250 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A136,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD990 MWY
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A1
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 7,250 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 7,250 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 17,200 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 17,200 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 1,700 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 1,700 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 17,199 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 16,975 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2006 16,385 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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D990 MWY is a 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D990 MWY, 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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How do I check the history of D990 MWY?

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What year was D990 MWY registered?

D990 MWY is a 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 10 July 1987.

Is D990 MWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D990 MWY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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