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E874 LRE

1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,316 mi
Last recorded76,316 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A140,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE874 LRE
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A1
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 76,316 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 74,699 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 74,684 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 72,070 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 71,292 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 69,613 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 67,699 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 65,852 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 63,297 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 60,278 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 60,270 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 56,355 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

rear wheel hub worn slightly oval

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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E874 LRE is a 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E874 LRE, 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 E874 LRE registered?

E874 LRE is a 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 25 April 1988.

Is E874 LRE safe to buy?

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