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SL02 CSU

2002 Kawasaki EX500 E9

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,347 mi
Last recorded17,347 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki EX500 E917,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 CSU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500 E9
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 17,347 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 17,212 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 17,206 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 17,195 miles

engine idling erratic

Pass 6 May 2022 17,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 May 2021 17,080 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 May 2021 17,080 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 16,924 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 16,922 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Fail 9 May 2019 16,880 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2018 16,322 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2017 15,780 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2016 15,262 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 14,723 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 14,715 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2014 14,715 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 14,625 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 14,144 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 14,095 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 28 May 2010 13,725 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 13,198 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 12,203 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 19 May 2007 9,908 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 9,765 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500 E9?

Based on 1,167 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
928
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 16
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 15
Drive chain excessively loose 14
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SL02 CSU is a 2002 Kawasaki EX500 E9 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki EX500 E9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 17,031 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500 E9 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL02 CSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500 E9 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki EX500 E9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL02 CSU registered?

SL02 CSU is a 2002 Kawasaki EX500 E9, first registered on 10 May 2002.

Is SL02 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL02 CSU shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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