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J49 GCR

1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

47,602 mi
Last recorded47,602 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A528,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ49 GCR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A5
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 47,602 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 47,141 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 46,720 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 46,720 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Fail 14 Sep 2009 46,356 miles

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)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 46,356 miles

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)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 45,873 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 45,130 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 40,863 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 40,585 miles

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)

Fail 19 May 2006 40,798 miles

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.

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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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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