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LA16 CWL

2016 Kawasaki Ex

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,816 mi
Last recorded31,816 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Kawasaki Ex9,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA16 CWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 31,816 miles

rear tyre misshapen

Pass 28 Aug 2024 31,756 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 29,636 miles

Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2023 29,636 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 26,829 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 26,826 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2022 26,824 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 37,171 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 20,175 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex?

Based on 15,662 MOT tests across 2,443 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
855
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
2,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
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LA16 CWL is a 2016 Kawasaki Ex in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Kawasaki Ex models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 9,832 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 Ex fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA16 CWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 10 years old, this Kawasaki Ex is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LA16 CWL registered?

LA16 CWL is a 2016 Kawasaki Ex, first registered on 21 June 2016.

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