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F455 AKH

1988 Kawasaki EX305-B5

Red Petrol 305cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

27,537 mi
Last recorded27,537 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2015
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki EX305-B521,079 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF455 AKH
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX305-B5
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine305cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2015 27,537 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 27,530 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 25,688 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2014 25,688 miles

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

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 20 Mar 2012 23,734 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 23,734 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 22,772 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 22,711 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 21,952 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 19,944 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX305-B5?

Based on 745 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
408
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 7
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F455 AKH is a 1988 Kawasaki EX305-B5 in Red with a 305cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki EX305-B5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 21,079 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 EX305-B5 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F455 AKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX305-B5 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki EX305-B5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F455 AKH registered?

F455 AKH is a 1988 Kawasaki EX305-B5, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F455 AKH safe to buy?

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