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NK53 FWX

2003 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

36,560 mi
Last recorded36,560 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Ex 500 E1012,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 FWX
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 500 E10
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 36,560 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 34,818 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

chain guard missing

Pass 18 Nov 2022 33,346 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 31,686 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 30,259 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 28,769 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 27,191 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 25,525 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 24,143 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 22,512 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2014 20,751 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 18,674 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 17,228 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 15,311 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 13,494 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 11,815 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Nov 2009 11,815 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 26 Nov 2008 9,919 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 9,919 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Nov 2007 8,037 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 8,037 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2006 6,307 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 6,307 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 500 E10?

Based on 1,601 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
suspension movement is excessively stiff 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
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NK53 FWX is a 2003 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 12,721 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 500 E10 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK53 FWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 500 E10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NK53 FWX?

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What year was NK53 FWX registered?

NK53 FWX is a 2003 Kawasaki Ex 500 E10, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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The MOT history for NK53 FWX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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