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R71 NMW

1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,459 mi
Last recorded10,459 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D521,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR71 NMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 500-D5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2022 10,459 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 10,190 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 10,042 miles

rear swinging arm slightly corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2015 9,620 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 9,620 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 13 May 2014 9,425 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

chain dry

front brake very slightly binding

Pass 25 Apr 2013 9,404 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 9,313 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 8,052 miles

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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R71 NMW is a 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R71 NMW, 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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How do I check the history of R71 NMW?

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What year was R71 NMW registered?

R71 NMW is a 1998 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5, first registered on 18 April 1998.

Is R71 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R71 NMW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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