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RK51 XHE

2001 Kawasaki EX500 E9

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,181 mi
Last recorded28,181 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 XHE
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500 E9
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 28,181 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 28,137 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 27,959 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 27,690 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 26,355 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 23,724 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 23,155 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 22,341 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 22,341 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2010 19,296 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 15,734 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 13,056 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 13,055 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 9,475 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 4,107 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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RK51 XHE is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500 E9 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RK51 XHE, 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 25 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 RK51 XHE registered?

RK51 XHE is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500 E9, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is RK51 XHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK51 XHE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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