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E98 HRW

1987 Kawasaki Ex

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,055 mi
Last recorded31,055 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE98 HRW
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Sep 2022 31,055 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 25,691 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 20,362 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 15,977 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex?

Based on 15,662 MOT tests across 2,443 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
855
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
2,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
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E98 HRW is a 1987 Kawasaki Ex in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Ex fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E98 HRW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki Ex is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E98 HRW registered?

E98 HRW is a 1987 Kawasaki Ex, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E98 HRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E98 HRW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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