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WA51 BRZ

2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

17,930 mi
Last recorded17,930 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D716,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 BRZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D7
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 17,930 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 17,896 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 17,821 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 17,724 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 17,367 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 16,904 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 16,419 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 16,146 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 15,759 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 15,249 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 14,683 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 14,205 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 13,631 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 13,194 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 12,583 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 12,202 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2008 12,202 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 11,522 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 10,607 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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WA51 BRZ is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 WA51 BRZ, 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 WA51 BRZ registered?

WA51 BRZ is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is WA51 BRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 BRZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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