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J482 PFA

1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

23,609 mi
Last recorded23,609 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A528,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ482 PFA
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A5
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 23,609 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 23,587 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 23,490 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 23,333 miles

nearside mirror damaged

Pass 16 Jul 2012 23,130 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 22,751 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 22,297 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 22,242 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 21,615 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 20,856 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 20,856 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 20,056 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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J482 PFA is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 J482 PFA, 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 J482 PFA registered?

J482 PFA is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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The MOT history for J482 PFA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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