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K659 NST

1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,528 mi
Last recorded28,528 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2010
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A626,837 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK659 NST
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2010 28,528 miles

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 28,528 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 25,198 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 25,198 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 23,325 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 19,418 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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K659 NST is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 K659 NST, 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 K659 NST registered?

K659 NST is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 16 July 1993.

Is K659 NST safe to buy?

The MOT history for K659 NST shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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