Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 178 vehicles, the 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5 are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (26% of vehicles), Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (26% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (23.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Kawasaki Ex305 B5 (1991)

178 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.1% first-time pass rate

1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5

CarHunch analysed 178 real MOT records for the 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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We have limited data for the 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

83.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

1.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.25

Over 2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 17k–28k

For context

These stats describe 178 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 178 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 26%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 26%

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 15.6%

Rear suspension bush has slight free play · Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect · Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Lighting 11.7%

Headlamp aim too low · Wheel alignment slightly misaligned.

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 7.8%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1991.

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Based on MOT data from 178 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	177	83%	0.25

Mileage Distribution

Most 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

23,212

typical

17,370

low mileage

27,991

high mileage

Half of all 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5 vehicles fall between 17,370 and 27,991 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 17,370 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 17,370–27,991 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1991 Kawasaki Ex305 B5s sit.

⚠ Over 37,787 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.25

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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