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J257 WEG

1992 Kawasaki EX500-A1

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

49,639 mi
Last recorded49,639 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ257 WEG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A1
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2015 49,639 miles

excessive movement in rear brake pedal but still functions.

Fail 12 Feb 2015 49,639 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 47,065 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 43,687 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 41,619 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 39,625 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 37,350 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2008 35,730 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Mar 2008 35,730 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 33,955 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 32,192 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A1?

Based on 588 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 7
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J257 WEG is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J257 WEG, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of J257 WEG?

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What year was J257 WEG registered?

J257 WEG is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J257 WEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J257 WEG 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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