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R561 ACR

1997 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

32,013 mi
Last recorded32,013 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR561 ACR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 500-D5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 32,013 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 31,993 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey Back box (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey Back box (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 28,834 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 28,834 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 27,678 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 27,166 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 26,949 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front tyre starting to feather on edges recommend replacement

rear suspension slightly stiff ?

Pass 27 Aug 2011 26,949 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front tyre starting to feather on edges recommend replacement

rear suspension slightly stiff ?

Fail 10 Aug 2011 26,918 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

advise, front tyre has uneven wear evident.

Pass 1 Mar 2010 26,708 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 1 Mar 2010 26,708 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 23,489 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 17,272 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 14,342 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2006 14,341 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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R561 ACR is a 1997 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R561 ACR, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 500-D5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R561 ACR is a 1997 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5, first registered on 13 November 1997.

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