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E574 PWX

1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

45,809 mi
Last recorded45,809 miles
Recorded on28 May 2011
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A136,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE574 PWX
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A1
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2011 45,809 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 41,538 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 41,538 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2009 37,625 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 37,625 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 36,629 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front tyre starting to perish

Fail 13 May 2008 36,606 miles

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

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

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

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

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

f/tyre walls perishing

Pass 11 Nov 2006 35,799 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front tyre starting to perish

Fail 24 Oct 2006 35,797 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

front tyre starting to perish

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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E574 PWX 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 55.6%.

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 E574 PWX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E574 PWX registered?

E574 PWX is a 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 5 August 1987.

Is E574 PWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E574 PWX shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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