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E692 LTR

1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

49,361 mi
Last recorded49,361 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A140,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE692 LTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A1
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 49,361 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2016 49,254 miles

Centre Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Apr 2016 49,254 miles

Centre Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 May 2014 49,036 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 48,627 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 48,174 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Mar 2012 48,174 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 47,200 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 23 Feb 2011 47,187 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 46,212 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 45,283 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 45,198 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 45,193 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A1?

Based on 588 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 7
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E692 LTR is a 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 40,385 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500-A1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E692 LTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E692 LTR registered?

E692 LTR is a 1988 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 22 April 1988.

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The MOT history for E692 LTR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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