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R218 MRH

1998 Kawasaki EX500-D3

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

8,830 mi
Last recorded8,830 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki EX500-D319,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR218 MRH
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D3
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 8,830 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 6,003 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 5,994 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 5,836 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 5,675 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 5,141 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 5,076 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 4,914 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 4,860 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 4,565 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 4,342 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 4,144 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 3,973 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 3,297 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 2,619 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 1,710 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 989 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 978 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 960 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 960 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 958 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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R218 MRH is a 1998 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki EX500-D3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 19,777 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 R218 MRH, 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 28 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 R218 MRH registered?

R218 MRH is a 1998 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is R218 MRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R218 MRH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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