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G812 ALF

1990 Kawasaki EX305-B5

Black Petrol 305cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,178 mi
Last recorded34,178 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki EX305-B530,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG812 ALF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX305-B5
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine305cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 34,178 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 34,021 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Petrol cap hard to open, key bent

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2022 34,020 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Petrol cap hard to open, key bent

Rear Incorrect locking device

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 33,965 miles

Chain oil dry

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front slight bind brake

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Damping slight (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Damping slight (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2014 32,836 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 1 Oct 2014 32,836 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 25 Sep 2013 31,788 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 31,788 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 May 2012 30,585 miles

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

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

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

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

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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G812 ALF is a 1990 Kawasaki EX305-B5 in Black with a 305cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki EX305-B5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 30,970 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 G812 ALF, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki EX305-B5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G812 ALF is a 1990 Kawasaki EX305-B5, first registered on 30 January 1990.

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