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WX51 KBE

2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,647 mi
Last recorded12,647 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D716,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 KBE
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D7
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 12,647 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded likely to cause seal damage/leakage (2.2.2 (d) (i))

oil leak from engine

Fail 28 Apr 2026 12,647 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded likely to cause seal damage/leakage (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

oil leak from engine

Pass 22 Jun 2007 12,238 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 11,884 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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WX51 KBE is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 WX51 KBE, 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.

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What year was WX51 KBE registered?

WX51 KBE is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is WX51 KBE safe to buy?

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