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L192 GYL

1993 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,393 mi
Last recorded32,393 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EN50019,783 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL192 GYL
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 32,393 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 32,383 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 32,253 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 32,246 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 32,146 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 28 Jul 2008 32,122 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 31,993 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 7 Nov 2006 31,961 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Nearside Lower Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EN500?

Based on 7,833 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
336
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
896
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 121
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 112
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 57
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L192 GYL is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 19,783 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 EN500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L192 GYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EN500 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L192 GYL registered?

L192 GYL is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 11 October 1993.

Is L192 GYL safe to buy?

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