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Y238 FOB

2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,342 mi
Last recorded11,342 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D716,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY238 FOB
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D7
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2018 11,342 miles

rear tyre cracking

Pass 27 Feb 2017 11,342 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 11,337 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 11,337 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 11,298 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 11,121 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 9,997 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 8,208 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 6,806 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 6,797 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 6,499 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 5,999 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 4,960 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 4,916 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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Y238 FOB is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 Y238 FOB, 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 Y238 FOB registered?

Y238 FOB is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7, first registered on 4 July 2001.

Is Y238 FOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y238 FOB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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