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J897 YWW

1991 Kawasaki EX305-B5

Red Petrol 305cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,097 mi
Last recorded17,097 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EX305-B523,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ897 YWW
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX305-B5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine305cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 May 2014 17,097 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 14,637 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 14,073 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 12,618 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX305-B5?

Based on 745 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
408
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 7
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J897 YWW is a 1991 Kawasaki EX305-B5 in Red with a 305cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki EX305-B5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 23,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX305-B5 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J897 YWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX305-B5 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki EX305-B5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J897 YWW registered?

J897 YWW is a 1991 Kawasaki EX305-B5, first registered on 27 August 1991.

Is J897 YWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J897 YWW shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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