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D434 BJF

1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,483 mi
Last recorded32,483 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2009
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A136,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD434 BJF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A1
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2009 32,483 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 32,334 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 32,013 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 31,647 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2005 31,528 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2005 31,528 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear brake needs adjusting

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A1?

Based on 588 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 7
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D434 BJF is a 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 36,755 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500-A1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D434 BJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D434 BJF registered?

D434 BJF is a 1987 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 22 April 1987.

Is D434 BJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D434 BJF shows 6 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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