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J963 ENG

1992 Kawasaki EX500-A5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

26,861 mi
Last recorded26,861 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2007
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A522,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ963 ENG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A5
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2007 26,861 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2006 26,643 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2006 26,626 miles

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))

Pass 15 Nov 2005 25,462 miles

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)

Fail 22 Oct 2005 25,450 miles

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.

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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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?

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