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K578 AOC

1993 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,015 mi
Last recorded16,015 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EN50019,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK578 AOC
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 16,015 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 15,283 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 14,421 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 13,838 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 Jun 2023 13,838 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 13,461 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 13,377 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 13,372 miles

Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls foot pedal (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2020 13,173 miles

Front and rear tyres nearing minimum limits.

Swing arm starting to rust, advise attention.

Pass 12 Aug 2019 13,121 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 12,737 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 12,732 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 12,708 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 12,456 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 12,109 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 11,856 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 11,362 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 11,240 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EN500?

Based on 7,833 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
336
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
896
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 121
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 112
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 57
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K578 AOC is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 19,783 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EN500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K578 AOC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EN500 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K578 AOC registered?

K578 AOC is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 19 March 1993.

Is K578 AOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K578 AOC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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