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D497 DPM

1996 Kawasaki Eliminator

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

59,380 mi
Last recorded59,380 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Eliminator21,475 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD497 DPM
MakeKawasaki
ModelEliminator
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Sep 2024 59,380 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal pivot has excessive free play (1.1.1 (b))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 19 Jul 2024 59,377 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 59,320 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2015 58,973 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 1 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 62,379 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 62,328 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Eliminator?

Based on 1,130 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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D497 DPM is a 1996 Kawasaki Eliminator in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Eliminator models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 21,475 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 Eliminator fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D497 DPM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Eliminator typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Eliminator is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D497 DPM registered?

D497 DPM is a 1996 Kawasaki Eliminator, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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