MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,514 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
coolant low
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
coolant low
Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired slightly loose (1.5.3a)
Oil leak ()
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars on left hand lock. (2.1.2b)
nearside bar slightly bent.
rear suspension movement slightly stiff
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Throttle operating incorrectly sticks open (6.2.1f)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired slightly loose (1.5.3a)
Oil leak ()
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars on left hand lock. (2.1.2b)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
nearside bar slightly bent.
rear suspension movement slightly stiff
Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)
Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Offside Front suspension assembly component loose top suspension clamp bolt loose (2.3.1) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front front suspension travel reduced.
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 500-D5?
Based on 2,354 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R274 WAM is a 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.
Across all 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 21,631 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 Ex 500-D5 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R274 WAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki Ex 500-D5 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 500-D5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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R274 WAM is a 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5, first registered on 6 June 1998.
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