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E421 LTR

1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,026 mi
Last recorded28,026 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A140,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE421 LTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A1
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 28,026 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

rear indicators very close to center line of bike

Pass 4 Oct 2011 28,011 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 27,953 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 17 Sep 2010 27,953 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Nov 2008 27,736 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 27,736 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 27,620 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 27,618 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2006 27,539 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 27,408 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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E421 LTR is a 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 E421 LTR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E421 LTR registered?

E421 LTR is a 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 15 April 1988.

Is E421 LTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E421 LTR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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