MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,602 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A5?
Based on 904 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J49 GCR is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 J49 GCR, 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 J49 GCR registered?
J49 GCR is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5, first registered on 6 August 1991.
Is J49 GCR safe to buy?
The MOT history for J49 GCR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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