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K835 VJT

1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,820 mi
Last recorded40,820 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A626,837 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK835 VJT
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 40,820 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2025 40,796 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 40,656 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 38,735 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 36,775 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 33,600 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 32,495 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 28,214 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 28,214 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 28,214 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 28,214 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 27,860 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 24,605 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 23,593 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 23,067 miles

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 23,067 miles

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

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

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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K835 VJT is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 K835 VJT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K835 VJT registered?

K835 VJT is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 20 April 1993.

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