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OBA 240P

1976 Kawasaki KH500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,381 mi
Last recorded4,381 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 1976 Kawasaki KH50022,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBA 240P
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH500
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 4,381 miles

Stop light inoperative with front brake.

Pass 20 Mar 2018 4,214 miles

Stop light inoperative with front brake

Pass 15 Mar 2017 3,910 miles

Stop light inoperative with front brake

Pass 16 Mar 2016 3,645 miles

Front stop light inoperative

Pass 16 Mar 2015 3,003 miles

Fuel cap seal starting to deteriate

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Slight bind on front brake

Fail 24 Mar 2014 2,563 miles

Fuel cap seal starting to detriate

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Slight bind on front brake

Pass 24 Mar 2014 2,563 miles

Fuel cap seal starting to detriate

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Slight bind on front brake

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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OBA 240P is a 1976 Kawasaki KH500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OBA 240P, 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

How do I check the history of OBA 240P?

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What year was OBA 240P registered?

OBA 240P is a 1976 Kawasaki KH500, first registered on 31 December 1976.

Is OBA 240P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBA 240P shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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