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P531 WBW

1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,547 mi
Last recorded23,547 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D323,257 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP531 WBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D3
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 23,547 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 23,372 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 23,257 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Jun 2014 23,257 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 21,265 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 20,591 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 20,591 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 19,380 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 16,308 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 13,280 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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P531 WBW is a 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P531 WBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P531 WBW registered?

P531 WBW is a 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 9 October 1996.

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