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K500 TAD

1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,067 mi
Last recorded34,067 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A626,837 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK500 TAD
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 34,067 miles

Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. fork legs pitted (2.3.1)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear suspension slightly stiff

Fail 16 Aug 2017 34,060 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. fork legs pitted (2.3.1)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 19 Aug 2016 33,139 miles

Front fairing slightly insecure

Pass 15 Aug 2015 32,539 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 32,531 miles

Offside Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Aug 2014 30,463 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 30,463 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 29,686 miles

play in rear suspension link

both handle bar grip ends missing

slight play in rear sprocket carrier

Pass 15 May 2009 29,388 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 27,949 miles

Centre Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2007 25,900 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2006 22,396 miles

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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K500 TAD is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K500 TAD, 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 K500 TAD registered?

K500 TAD is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 14 June 1993.

Is K500 TAD safe to buy?

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