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J367 XSS

1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,203 mi
Last recorded17,203 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2013
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A528,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ367 XSS
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2013 17,203 miles

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

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 16,958 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2012 16,958 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,489 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 16,204 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2010 16,204 miles

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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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J367 XSS is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J367 XSS, 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.

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What year was J367 XSS registered?

J367 XSS is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5, first registered on 13 August 1991.

Is J367 XSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J367 XSS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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