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P163 MBF

1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,019 mi
Last recorded33,019 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D322,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP163 MBF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2012 33,019 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 17 Jul 2011 32,374 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2010 31,836 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2009 31,416 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 31,408 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 30,851 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 28,968 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 26,079 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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P163 MBF is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P163 MBF, 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.

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What year was P163 MBF registered?

P163 MBF is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 13 January 1997.

Is P163 MBF safe to buy?

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