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P92 VWL

1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,631 mi
Last recorded22,631 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D323,257 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP92 VWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D3
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 22,631 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Slight bind on rear wheel

Pass 5 Jul 2016 22,192 miles

Number plate illumination not working.

Pass 16 Jun 2015 21,729 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 21,572 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 20,690 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 19,119 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 118,046 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 118,046 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 31 Oct 2008

Front Upper Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2007
Pass 28 Jul 2006
Fail 27 Jul 2006

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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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P92 VWL is a 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P92 VWL, 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 P92 VWL registered?

P92 VWL is a 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 27 August 1996.

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