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K236 DAK

1992 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,585 mi
Last recorded38,585 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A626,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK236 DAK
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 38,585 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 38,561 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 34,840 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2011 27,411 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 24,761 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 22,998 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 22,766 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 17,606 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 13,591 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 13,431 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 11,014 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 110,034 miles

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A6?

Based on 1,592 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
627
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
214
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 22
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 20
suspension bush has excessive free play 19
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K236 DAK is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 26,670 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-A6 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K236 DAK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 34 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K236 DAK is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 1 November 1992.

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