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V257 DJF

1999 Kawasaki EX500-D6

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,284 mi
Last recorded5,284 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki EX500-D619,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV257 DJF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D6
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 5,284 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Aug 2026 5,284 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 4,727 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 4,727 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Oct 2014 4,718 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 4,674 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 4,585 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 4,413 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 4,289 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 4,220 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 4,127 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 4,055 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-D6?

Based on 2,574 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Drive chain excessively loose 32
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
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V257 DJF is a 1999 Kawasaki EX500-D6 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki EX500-D6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 19,790 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500-D6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V257 DJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-D6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-D6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V257 DJF registered?

V257 DJF is a 1999 Kawasaki EX500-D6, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V257 DJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V257 DJF shows 12 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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