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T280 FJT

1999 Kawasaki EX500-D6

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,090 mi
Last recorded33,090 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2022
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki EX500-D619,790 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT280 FJT
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D6
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2022 33,090 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 32,234 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2019 32,229 miles

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements Horn works intermittently (7.7 (c))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 30 Dec 2017 30,938 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

non standard front fork assembly fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2016 27,898 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 26,840 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 22,340 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Nov 2013 14,579 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 14,073 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 13,341 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 8,477 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 7,397 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 7,397 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

front end/forks/yokes seem bent

Pass 12 Jun 2008 7,242 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 7,122 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 6,905 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear tyre squared off

Fail 14 Jun 2006 6,905 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

rear tyre squared off

Pass 15 Jun 2005 6,717 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-D6?

Based on 2,574 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Drive chain excessively loose 32
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
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T280 FJT is a 1999 Kawasaki EX500-D6 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki EX500-D6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 19,790 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500-D6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T280 FJT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-D6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-D6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T280 FJT registered?

T280 FJT is a 1999 Kawasaki EX500-D6, first registered on 24 June 1999.

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