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J701 KGL

1991 Kawasaki Ex

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

204 mi
Last recorded204 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ701 KGL
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 204 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 44 miles

Headlight mask fitted at time of test

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Link rod front bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Unable to determine quality of welding to rear of frame

Fail 19 Feb 2019 20 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar fractured to the extent that detachment is likely (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Link rod front bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Unable to determine quality of welding to rear of frame

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex?

Based on 15,662 MOT tests across 2,443 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
855
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
2,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
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J701 KGL is a 1991 Kawasaki Ex in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Ex fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J701 KGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki Ex is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J701 KGL is a 1991 Kawasaki Ex, first registered on 15 November 1991.

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The MOT history for J701 KGL shows 3 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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