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X308 AKU

2000 Kawasaki EX500-D7

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,169 mi
Last recorded15,169 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki EX500-D719,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX308 AKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D7
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 15,169 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 14,584 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 13,645 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 13,300 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 12,624 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 11,873 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 10,363 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 9,530 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 8,983 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 8,317 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 6 Jun 2016 8,317 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2015 7,846 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 7,449 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 6,790 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 6,310 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 6,310 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 25 May 2011 5,728 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 5,703 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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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X308 AKU is a 2000 Kawasaki EX500-D7 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 X308 AKU, 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 X308 AKU registered?

X308 AKU is a 2000 Kawasaki EX500-D7, first registered on 11 October 2000.

Is X308 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X308 AKU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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