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P78 HCM

1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

29,642 mi
Last recorded29,642 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D323,257 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP78 HCM
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D3
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 29,642 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive also slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear suspension movement slightly stiff

Pass 15 Sep 2023 27,845 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 27,845 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 26,972 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 26,255 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 25,767 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 25,755 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2019 25,414 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 25,414 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working REAR LIGHT SWITCH REPAIRED (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 24,851 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 24,491 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 23,573 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 23,573 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 22,685 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 21,900 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Oct 2012 20,922 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Oct 2011 19,566 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 18,230 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 18,230 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 16,313 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 16,295 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 16,193 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 16,163 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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P78 HCM is a 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 P78 HCM, 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 P78 HCM registered?

P78 HCM is a 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 10 October 1996.

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The MOT history for P78 HCM shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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