1999 KAWASAKI EX500-D60.5L PETROL

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness status characterized by a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. While the most recent recorded test in June 2021 at 28,666 miles passed, it followed an immediate failure for an insecure front brake lever and worn components. This trend, coupled with the 2020 failure regarding an unsafe modification in the rear suspension linkage, suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical defects when forced to do so by the MOT testing process. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 27-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 1,062 miles per year. The data shows significant periods of inactivity, notably between 2018 and 2020 where the bike covered only 123 miles in two years. Between May 2020 and June 2021, it covered just 122 miles. Such low usage often increases the risk of rubber degradation, perished seals, and internal corrosion within the fuel system or braking lines, despite the low mechanical wear recorded on the drivetrain. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the record consistently flags front pads near the minimum limit and worn discs across multiple years. The recurring mention of worn cush drive rubbers and chain tension issues indicates that the rear-end-drive components require immediate attention. Most critically, the 2020 failure for an unsafe modification bolt in the suspension linkage necessitates a close check of the structural integrity to ensure no other substandard repairs or amateur modifications remain that could compromise the stability of the machine under load.