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P103 UGP

1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,734 mi
Last recorded36,734 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D322,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP103 UGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 36,734 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 36,734 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2017 36,730 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 34,729 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 34,279 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 32,434 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Apr 2005 30,808 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-D3?

Based on 2,957 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
848
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 35
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
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P103 UGP is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3 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 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 22,264 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500-D3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P103 UGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-D3 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-D3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P103 UGP registered?

P103 UGP is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is P103 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P103 UGP 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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