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L27 UGN

1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

14,312 mi
Last recorded14,312 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2022
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A626,837 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL27 UGN
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2022 14,312 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 13,532 miles

Rear tyre splitting on sidewall surface

Fail 12 Jun 2021 13,532 miles

Rear tyre splitting on sidewall surface

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Top yoke nut was loose (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 10,680 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front forks stiff on compression

Fail 5 Jun 2019 10,680 miles

Front Position lamp not working bulb number 14 x1 (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front forks stiff on compression

Pass 24 Jun 2015 10,237 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

suspect front tyre starting to perish

Fail 24 Jun 2015 10,237 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

suspect front tyre starting to perish

Pass 25 Mar 2013 9,899 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 9,184 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 7,488 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 5,810 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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L27 UGN is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 L27 UGN, 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 L27 UGN registered?

L27 UGN is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 22 October 1993.

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