MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
36,219 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Inner Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
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 Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A6?
Based on 1,592 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L196 GYL 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 100%.
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 L196 GYL, 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 L196 GYL registered?
L196 GYL is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 27 October 1993.
Is L196 GYL safe to buy?
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