Official DVLA Record

1995 Kawasaki 0.5L Petrol · M417 DBY

M417 DBY

1995 Kawasaki (0.5L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1995. Recorded mileage 29,547 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
KAWASAKI
Year / Origin
1995 · Manchester
MOT Status
Valid until 14/02/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
29,547 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.5L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 14/02/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1995
Engine
498cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

A consistent record of roadworthiness defines this vehicle, which has maintained a clean bill of health with no defects or advisories noted across its recent testing history. This stability is evidenced by the pass achieved on 15 February 2025, confirming that the vehicle currently meets all DVSA safety and emissions requirements without the need for immediate remedial action. The recorded mileage of 29,547 miles is exceptionally low for a 31-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 953 miles per year. This usage pattern indicates a life of light duty or extended periods of dormancy. Mechanically, this means the primary drivetrain components have seen very little wear, though the low accumulation rate makes the physical inspection of seals and rubber components more critical than on a high-mileage equivalent. Because the MOT history is devoid of specific failures or advisories, there are no flagged issues with suspension linkages, brake pipes, or structural corrosion to investigate. Instead, the test drive should focus on the smoothness of the power delivery and the absence of any mechanical knocks or vibrations that could indicate seized components resulting from long-term standing. Attention should be paid to the responsiveness of the braking system and the integrity of the tyres. Ensure there is no pedal judder or steering pull, and verify that the engine maintains a consistent idle without misting or leaking fluids, as these are the primary indicators of health for a low-mileage vehicle of this vintage.

M417 DBY Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/02/2025
  • 29,547 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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M417 DBY Mileage History

  1. 04/01/202429,121 mi
  2. 15/02/202529,547 mi+426 mi

Average of roughly 381 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

M417 DBY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Sept 2026, 12:53
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1995 Kawasaki Unknown (M417 DBY) between January 2024 and February 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
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ADVISORY