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HF04 GHY

2004 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,144 mi
Last recorded18,144 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki Ex 500 E1013,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 GHY
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 500 E10
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 18,144 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2023 16,911 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 May 2023 16,911 miles

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

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake effort disproportional to lever movement - spongy

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 13,807 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 20 Apr 2022 13,807 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2012 13,735 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 13,539 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 12,366 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 11,239 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 8,978 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 6,490 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 500 E10?

Based on 1,601 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
suspension movement is excessively stiff 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
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HF04 GHY is a 2004 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 13,279 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 Ex 500 E10 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF04 GHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF04 GHY registered?

HF04 GHY is a 2004 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10, first registered on 5 May 2004.

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The MOT history for HF04 GHY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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