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L616 PNV

1994 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2013
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

33,228 mi
Last recorded33,228 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2012
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki EX500-A628,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL616 PNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2012 33,228 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 33,228 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 30 Mar 2010 32,147 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 32,147 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 32,137 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 32,137 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 32,129 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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L616 PNV is a 1994 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 L616 PNV, 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 L616 PNV registered?

L616 PNV is a 1994 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 11 January 1994.

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The MOT history for L616 PNV shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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