2016 Kawasaki EX 0.6L Petrol · WN16 MVO

The vehicle remains roadworthy as of its most recent MOT on 2025-05-21, where it passed with a single advisory: a noisy exhaust, classified under 8.1.1 (a). The maintenance trend is stable in terms of passing, but not improving — the same tyre wear issues that appeared in 2023 and 2024 have not been resolved, and the exhaust noise remains unaddressed. No structural or critical safety defects were recorded in the last three tests, suggesting the chassis and core systems are intact, though the persistent tyre wear indicates a possible alignment or suspension issue that has not been corrected. Mileage progression is unusually low for a 10-year-old vehicle, with only 11,025 miles recorded. The jump from 5,271 miles in May 2022 to 7,667 miles in March 2024 — roughly 2,400 miles over 22 months — suggests the vehicle was not driven regularly during that period. The subsequent 3,358 miles to reach 11,025 by May 2025 implies a more active usage phase, but the overall average of 1,102 miles per year remains well below typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age. This low mileage may reflect storage or infrequent use, which can lead to degradation of fluids, seals, and rubber components even if mechanical wear is minimal. Buyers should inspect the front and rear tyres closely, as both were flagged as worn to near legal limit in 2023 and 2024 — a recurring issue that may point to uneven wear from misalignment or worn suspension bushes. The exhaust noise, while not a failure, should be investigated for potential leaks or loose mounting, which could indicate corrosion or structural fatigue. Suspension components, particularly front control arms and rear coil springs, should be checked for binding or excessive wear, as low mileage doesn’t eliminate the risk of component degradation from inactivity. Brake calipers and discs should also be examined for binding or uneven wear, especially since the rear brakes were flagged for binding in the 2023 test — a condition that may have been overlooked or not fully resolved. The vehicle’s history shows no major structural defects or safety-critical failures, but the pattern of repeated tyre wear and unresolved exhaust noise suggests a lack of proactive maintenance. A buyer should treat this as a mechanically sound but potentially neglected machine, requiring a thorough pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, alignment, and exhaust integrity before committing to purchase.