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P32 DRD

1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

47,734 mi
Last recorded47,734 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D323,257 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP32 DRD
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D3
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2014 47,734 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 40,608 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 40,604 miles

Offside Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 40,100 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 39,264 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Nov 2011 39,262 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 36,696 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 36,667 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 35,175 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 35,138 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 33,040 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 33,024 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 30,994 miles

only small amount of reserve travel at handle bar brake lever

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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P32 DRD is a 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 23,257 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 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 P32 DRD, 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 30 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 P32 DRD registered?

P32 DRD is a 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 18 September 1996.

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