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SP51 DYB

2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,318 mi
Last recorded7,318 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D716,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 DYB
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D7
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 7,318 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 5,812 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 5,799 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 5,791 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 5,727 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 5,656 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 5,630 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 5,609 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 5,589 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 5,492 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 5,410 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 5,383 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 5,356 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 5,291 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 5,274 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 5,202 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 4,894 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 4,894 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 4,543 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 4,358 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 4,312 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 4,294 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-D7?

Based on 4,825 MOT tests across 445 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
445
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 91
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 41
Drive chain excessively loose 41
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SP51 DYB is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 16,023 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500-D7 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP51 DYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-D7 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-D7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP51 DYB registered?

SP51 DYB is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is SP51 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 DYB shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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