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Y87 YJF

2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

4,751 mi
Last recorded4,751 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D716,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY87 YJF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-D7
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2023 4,751 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 4,737 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 4,725 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 4,627 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2018 4,623 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2017 4,576 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive Lower shock bearing (2.4.B.4)

Fail 2 Feb 2017 4,576 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive Lower shock bearing (2.4.B.4)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 4,536 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front tyre tread slightly perished, would consider replacement due to age of tyre,

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2011 4,485 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 4,280 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 3,986 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 3,578 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 1,896 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-D7?

Based on 4,825 MOT tests across 445 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
445
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 91
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 41
Drive chain excessively loose 41
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Y87 YJF is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 16,023 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500-D7 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y87 YJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-D7 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-D7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y87 YJF registered?

Y87 YJF is a 2001 Kawasaki EX500-D7, first registered on 24 August 2001.

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