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R962 TLY

1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,997 mi
Last recorded3,997 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D322,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR962 TLY
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 3,997 miles

headstock bearings slightly too tight

Pass 2 Oct 2018 3,988 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 3,985 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 3,527 miles

LED idicatorsat rear deteriorated

steering head bearings slightly notchy

Pass 7 Jul 2016 1,868 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 870 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 31,307 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 27,610 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 24,757 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 22,264 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 20,801 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 20,797 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 20,753 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear cush drive rubbers worn

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

Tight spot on chain

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2009 20,753 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2008 20,697 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 20,697 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 20,606 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 20,541 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 20,519 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2005 20,078 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-D3?

Based on 2,957 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
848
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 35
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
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R962 TLY is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 22,264 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 EX500-D3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R962 TLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-D3 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-D3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R962 TLY registered?

R962 TLY is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 5 September 1997.

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