MOT Status
ValidMileage
34,805 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front fork seals deteriorated.
Rear brake fluctuating.
Chain slightly loose.
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A1?
Based on 588 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E178 YYB is a 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
Across all 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 40,385 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 E178 YYB, 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 38 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 E178 YYB registered?
E178 YYB is a 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 1 June 1988.
Is E178 YYB safe to buy?
The MOT history for E178 YYB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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