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E756 LDU

1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

30,934 mi
Last recorded30,934 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A140,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE756 LDU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A1
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 30,934 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2016 30,934 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 30,764 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2015 30,764 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 May 2014 29,212 miles

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 20 May 2014 29,212 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 5 May 2010 22,599 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 21,986 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 21,986 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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E756 LDU is a 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 E756 LDU, 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 E756 LDU registered?

E756 LDU is a 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 27 April 1988.

Is E756 LDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E756 LDU 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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