MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,853 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
number plate damaged
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
number plate damaged
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A5?
Based on 904 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J857 WEV is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 J857 WEV, 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 J857 WEV registered?
J857 WEV is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5, first registered on 16 September 1991.
Is J857 WEV safe to buy?
The MOT history for J857 WEV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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