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WK51 JKV

2002 Kawasaki EX500-D7

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

22,040 mi
Last recorded22,040 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki EX500-D716,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK51 JKV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D7
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 22,040 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 21,815 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 21,541 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 21,473 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 21,469 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 21,408 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 21,212 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking at cylinder head. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 21,039 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 20,983 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 May 2016 20,837 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 20,468 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 19,560 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 18,876 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 17,611 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 16,362 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 6 Apr 2011 16,362 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 14,825 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 13,595 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 12,974 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 12,380 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 11,147 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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WK51 JKV is a 2002 Kawasaki EX500-D7 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki EX500-D7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 16,343 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 WK51 JKV, 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 24 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 WK51 JKV registered?

WK51 JKV is a 2002 Kawasaki EX500-D7, first registered on 2 January 2002.

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The MOT history for WK51 JKV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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