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J271 LBC

1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,133 mi
Last recorded29,133 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A528,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ271 LBC
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 29,133 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 27,138 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 21,999 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 21,959 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 21,783 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2008 20,135 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 20,135 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 19,048 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 17,786 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A5?

Based on 904 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
629
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 10
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J271 LBC is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 28,980 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500-A5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J271 LBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J271 LBC?

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What year was J271 LBC registered?

J271 LBC is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5, first registered on 14 August 1991.

Is J271 LBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J271 LBC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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