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K718 HEG

1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,205 mi
Last recorded35,205 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A626,837 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK718 HEG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 35,205 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 30,545 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 30,512 miles

Rear suspension operation is slightly stiff.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Apr 2013 30,512 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 29,790 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 27,854 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Sep 2010 27,854 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 22,952 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

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

slight binding on front brake.

wear in gearchange.

Pass 5 Sep 2007 22,734 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight binding on front brake.

Pass 27 Feb 2006 22,586 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

slight binding on front brake.

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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K718 HEG is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K718 HEG, 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 K718 HEG registered?

K718 HEG is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 2 June 1993.

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