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GX03 XZB

2003 Kawasaki EX500 E9

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

17,985 mi
Last recorded17,985 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki EX500 E917,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 XZB
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500 E9
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 17,985 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 28 Oct 2023 17,985 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 17,848 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 17,593 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 17,564 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 17,057 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 16,623 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 16,167 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 15,676 miles

Rear cush drive worn

Pass 12 Jul 2014 14,896 miles

sidewall cracks to front tyres

Pass 10 Jul 2013 14,550 miles

battery flat at time of test

Pass 1 Jun 2012 14,125 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 14,121 miles

exhaust slight blow

Pass 2 Jul 2010 13,129 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 13,129 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 8,535 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2009 8,532 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2006 1,847 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 1,805 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500 E9?

Based on 1,167 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
928
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 16
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 15
Drive chain excessively loose 14
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GX03 XZB is a 2003 Kawasaki EX500 E9 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki EX500 E9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 17,337 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 E9 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX03 XZB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500 E9 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki EX500 E9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX03 XZB registered?

GX03 XZB is a 2003 Kawasaki EX500 E9, first registered on 19 June 2003.

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