MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,335 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Rear Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Rear Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A1?
Based on 588 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E988 YJN is a 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 E988 YJN, 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.
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What year was E988 YJN registered?
E988 YJN is a 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 1 August 1987.
Is E988 YJN safe to buy?
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