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P412 APM

1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D323,257 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP412 APM
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D3
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025

COMP BIKE/ NO LIGHTS FITTED/ DAY TIME M O T

Pass 28 Feb 2023

COMPF2363C BIKE/ NO LIGHTS FITTED/ DAY TIME M O T

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 28 Feb 2023

COMPF2363C BIKE/ NO LIGHTS FITTED/ DAY TIME M O T

Chain guard missing ()

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Fail 9 Sep 2020

Rear Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 4 Sep 2019

For daytime use only (Lights masked - No indicators fitted)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied Front brake lever bent but operable (1.1.2 (d))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 19,031 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 17,590 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 16,765 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2014 15,541 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 15,072 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 14,931 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 14,294 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 13,504 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 13,029 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 12,529 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 11,965 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 10,812 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-D3?

Based on 2,957 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
848
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 35
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
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P412 APM is a 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 23,257 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500-D3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P412 APM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-D3 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-D3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P412 APM registered?

P412 APM is a 1996 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P412 APM safe to buy?

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