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K626 DRX

1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,885 mi
Last recorded41,885 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A626,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK626 DRX
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 41,885 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 41,885 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2015 41,879 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 40,595 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 4 Apr 2014 40,583 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 39,122 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 39,117 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 38,595 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 38,589 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2009 35,284 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 33,588 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006

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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K626 DRX is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K626 DRX, 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 K626 DRX registered?

K626 DRX is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 5 March 1993.

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