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L127 SHC

1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,468 mi
Last recorded60,468 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A626,837 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL127 SHC
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 60,468 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 60,453 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2011 59,714 miles

front forks slight pitting

inside of front disc corroded

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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L127 SHC is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 L127 SHC, 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 L127 SHC registered?

L127 SHC is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 4 October 1993.

Is L127 SHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L127 SHC shows 3 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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