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W542 SVF

2000 Kawasaki EX500-D7

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,692 mi
Last recorded28,692 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki EX500-D719,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW542 SVF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D7
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 28,692 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 28,311 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 28,215 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 26,405 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Feb 2011 26,405 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear brake travel

Pass 16 Feb 2010 23,818 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 21,687 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 16,804 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 16,794 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2007 16,585 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 16,062 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 16,062 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e) DANGEROUS

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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W542 SVF is a 2000 Kawasaki EX500-D7 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W542 SVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W542 SVF registered?

W542 SVF is a 2000 Kawasaki EX500-D7, first registered on 12 April 2000.

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