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DX03 BRF

2003 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,458 mi
Last recorded20,458 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Ex 500 E1012,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 BRF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 500 E10
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 20,458 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 26 May 2026 20,446 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 19,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2015 19,933 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2015 19,933 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 May 2014 14,142 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Spring link fitted to chain .

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 12,260 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 11,481 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 10,299 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 9,943 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 9,943 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 9,659 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 8,219 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 8,123 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 500 E10?

Based on 1,601 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
suspension movement is excessively stiff 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
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DX03 BRF is a 2003 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 12,721 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 Ex 500 E10 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX03 BRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX03 BRF registered?

DX03 BRF is a 2003 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is DX03 BRF safe to buy?

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