MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
29,107 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
no lights fitted at time of test
front brake lever has been repaired
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
An item not tested (Manual)
Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-D3?
Based on 2,957 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R370 SWR is a 1998 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 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 R370 SWR, 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.
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How do I check the history of R370 SWR?
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What year was R370 SWR registered?
R370 SWR is a 1998 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 5 May 1998.
Is R370 SWR safe to buy?
The MOT history for R370 SWR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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