CarVerify

Free Car Check

WR02 SZJ

2002 Kawasaki EX500-D7

Black Petrol 498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,249 mi
Last recorded34,249 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki EX500-D716,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR02 SZJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D7
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
View full Kawasaki EX500-D7 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 34,249 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 29,045 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 29,044 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 24,851 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 30 Oct 2020 24,851 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 20,599 miles

noise from engine

Pass 11 Jul 2018 19,648 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 18,339 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play slight play (2.3.5b)

Fail 28 Apr 2017 18,339 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play slight play (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 15,757 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play squeeking (2.2.2)

off side handle bar creeking

Pass 28 Apr 2015 11,311 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 11,285 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

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

rear exhaust mount loose but exhaust held secure

Pass 6 Jun 2013 110,186 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 11,918 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 May 2012 8,660 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 8,045 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 6,868 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 6,414 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 5,656 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 5,095 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
Full Kawasaki EX500-D7 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WR02 SZJ is a 2002 Kawasaki EX500-D7 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 WR02 SZJ, 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

How do I check the history of WR02 SZJ?

You can check the full history of WR02 SZJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WR02 SZJ registered?

WR02 SZJ is a 2002 Kawasaki EX500-D7, first registered on 8 June 2002.

Is WR02 SZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR02 SZJ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WR02 SZJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WR02 SZJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.