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W268 VLR

2000 Kawasaki EX500-D7

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,769 mi
Last recorded32,769 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2016
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki EX500-D719,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW268 VLR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D7
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2016 32,769 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 32,023 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 26,793 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 20,424 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 15,004 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 9,142 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 5,214 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 10 Jan 2007 5,214 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Rear Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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W268 VLR is a 2000 Kawasaki EX500-D7 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki EX500-D7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 19,019 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 W268 VLR, 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 26 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-D7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W268 VLR registered?

W268 VLR is a 2000 Kawasaki EX500-D7, first registered on 19 April 2000.

Is W268 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W268 VLR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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