MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,977 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front tyre perishing on side walls
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Registration plate slightly deteriorated
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake (1.3.1a)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
registration plate slightly deteriorated
slight run out rear brake drum
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A6?
Based on 1,592 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K374 CGS is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.
Across all 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 26,837 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 K374 CGS, 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 33 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was K374 CGS registered?
K374 CGS is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 5 June 1993.
Is K374 CGS safe to buy?
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