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J917 DGP

1992 Kawasaki EX500-A5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,958 mi
Last recorded34,958 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2010
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A522,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ917 DGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2010 34,958 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Oct 2010 34,958 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 33,639 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 3 Aug 2006 33,639 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (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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J917 DGP is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 22,512 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 J917 DGP, 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 34 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 J917 DGP registered?

J917 DGP is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A5, first registered on 2 January 1992.

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