MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,861 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
clutch cable is routed the wrong side of fairing cradle
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A5?
Based on 904 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J963 ENG is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 J963 ENG, 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 J963 ENG registered?
J963 ENG is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A5, first registered on 9 April 1992.
Is J963 ENG safe to buy?
The MOT history for J963 ENG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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