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P604 JKM

1996 Kawasaki Er 500-A1

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

9,944 mi
Last recorded9,944 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP604 JKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500-A1
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2009 9,944 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 7,193 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 7,193 miles

Offside Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 7,191 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 7,190 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 6,245 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 6,245 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500-A1?

Based on 684 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
1,162
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 12
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
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P604 JKM is a 1996 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Er 500-A1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P604 JKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Er 500-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Er 500-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P604 JKM registered?

P604 JKM is a 1996 Kawasaki Er 500-A1, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P604 JKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P604 JKM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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