MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,701 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
front brake rubbing
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
REAR TYRE STARTING TO PERISH
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
SLIGHT DAMAGE TO O/S FRONT FAIRING
REAR TYRE STARTING TO PERISH
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
SLIGHT DAMAGE TO O/S FRONT FAIRING
Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
chain rusty
chain rusty
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-D3?
Based on 2,957 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P488 MKE is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 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 P488 MKE, 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 P488 MKE registered?
P488 MKE is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 17 March 1997.
Is P488 MKE safe to buy?
The MOT history for P488 MKE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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