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K856 NCM

1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,509 mi
Last recorded72,509 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A626,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK856 NCM
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 72,509 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 69,721 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front tyre has uneven wear

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

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2018 69,721 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front tyre has uneven wear

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

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

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 65,333 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 65,208 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 64,650 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 62,311 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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K856 NCM is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 K856 NCM, 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 K856 NCM registered?

K856 NCM is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 16 March 1993.

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The MOT history for K856 NCM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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