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WK03 DXS

2003 Kawasaki EX500 E9

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,935 mi
Last recorded23,935 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki EX500 E917,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 DXS
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500 E9
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2014 23,935 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 23,317 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

tick over slightly high

Pass 8 Jun 2012 21,415 miles

speedo cable removed

Pass 28 Aug 2008 21,271 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 20,467 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 20,467 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2006 18,415 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 18,415 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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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WK03 DXS is a 2003 Kawasaki EX500 E9 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki EX500 E9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 17,337 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 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 WK03 DXS, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki EX500 E9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WK03 DXS?

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What year was WK03 DXS registered?

WK03 DXS is a 2003 Kawasaki EX500 E9, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is WK03 DXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK03 DXS shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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