MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,790 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear tyre perished
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
head race bearings slightly tight
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-D3?
Based on 2,957 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R53 BGU is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 22,264 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 R53 BGU, 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 29 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 R53 BGU registered?
R53 BGU is a 1997 Kawasaki EX500-D3, first registered on 2 August 1997.
Is R53 BGU safe to buy?
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