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NWT 247P

1976 Kawasaki KH500

Maroon Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,610 mi
Last recorded19,610 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2024
Typical for 1976 Kawasaki KH50022,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWT 247P
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH500
Year1976
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2024 19,610 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2024 19,610 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Steering linkage locking device missing torque arm (2.1.3 (d))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 May 2017 18,517 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 17,284 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 15,978 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 14,055 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 13,554 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 13,430 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 13,285 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KH500?

Based on 771 MOT tests across 171 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
184
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
171
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
Drive chain excessively loose 3
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 3
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NWT 247P is a 1976 Kawasaki KH500 in Maroon with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1976 Kawasaki KH500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 22,456 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KH500 fails its MOT is direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NWT 247P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KH500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Kawasaki KH500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NWT 247P registered?

NWT 247P is a 1976 Kawasaki KH500, first registered on 1 March 1976.

Is NWT 247P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWT 247P shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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