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L495 SKD

1994 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,502 mi
Last recorded35,502 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2011
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki EX500-A628,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL495 SKD
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2011 35,502 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 33,201 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 31,703 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 29,030 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 28,958 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 28,958 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 1 May 2007 28,161 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 28,119 miles

Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2005 27,610 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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L495 SKD is a 1994 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki EX500-A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 28,712 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 L495 SKD, 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 32 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L495 SKD registered?

L495 SKD is a 1994 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 24 January 1994.

Is L495 SKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L495 SKD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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