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R384 AOM

1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

19,331 mi
Last recorded19,331 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D521,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR384 AOM
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 500-D5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2013 19,331 miles

fork inners are pitted seals may have a short service life

Fail 21 Aug 2013 19,330 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 15,142 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 15,141 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 12,442 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 12,442 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2010 12,006 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 11,966 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 11,913 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2007 11,913 miles

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

Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 3 May 2006 11,641 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 11,641 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 500-D5?

Based on 2,354 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 24
Drive chain excessively loose 23
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R384 AOM is a 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 R384 AOM, 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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What year was R384 AOM registered?

R384 AOM is a 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R384 AOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R384 AOM shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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