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J865 SSG

1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,229 mi
Last recorded23,229 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A528,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ865 SSG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A5
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 23,229 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 23,058 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 22,430 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 22,401 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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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J865 SSG is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J865 SSG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J865 SSG registered?

J865 SSG is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J865 SSG safe to buy?

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