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R766 NES

1997 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,467 mi
Last recorded18,467 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR766 NES
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 500-D5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2008 18,467 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 18,163 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 18,163 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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R766 NES is a 1997 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R766 NES, 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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What year was R766 NES registered?

R766 NES is a 1997 Kawasaki Ex 500-D5, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is R766 NES safe to buy?

The MOT history for R766 NES shows 3 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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