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P726 XBV

1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2016
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,689 mi
Last recorded26,689 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D322,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP726 XBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D3
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2015 26,689 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 26,598 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 26,589 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 25,782 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 25,588 miles

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

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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P726 XBV is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P726 XBV, 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 P726 XBV registered?

P726 XBV is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 15 March 1997.

Is P726 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P726 XBV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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