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J868 XWG

1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,790 mi
Last recorded40,790 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A528,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ868 XWG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A5
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 40,790 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 39,330 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 38,152 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 38,151 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2016 37,298 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 35,903 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 31,884 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 31,884 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 29,513 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 29,513 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 29,247 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 28,714 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 28,053 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 28,026 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2009 27,027 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 27,027 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 26,661 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 26,661 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 26,174 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 25,173 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A5?

Based on 904 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
629
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 10
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J868 XWG is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 28,980 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-A5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J868 XWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J868 XWG registered?

J868 XWG is a 1991 Kawasaki EX500-A5, first registered on 29 August 1991.

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