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R51 PTY

1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,730 mi
Last recorded32,730 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D521,631 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR51 PTY
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 500-D5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 32,730 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 26,915 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 18 May 2018 26,915 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 24 May 2017 21,913 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 122,220 miles

drive chain rusty

Fail 28 May 2016 122,209 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

drive chain rusty

Pass 6 Mar 2015 11,559 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 11,556 miles

slight play on rear lower shocker bushes

Fail 15 Sep 2009 11,093 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 11,093 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 11,071 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 10,999 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 10,999 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 8,774 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 8,774 miles

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

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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R51 PTY is a 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R51 PTY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R51 PTY registered?

R51 PTY is a 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R51 PTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R51 PTY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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