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L871 EKG

1994 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,947 mi
Last recorded33,947 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki EX500-A628,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL871 EKG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 33,947 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Apr 2026 33,928 miles

Rear Suspension component has excessive wear or free play spring. (5.3.3 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 33,791 miles

Rear Suspension component has excessive wear or free play spring. (5.3.3 (d))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush likely to become detached Pivot bolt. (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 32,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2025 32,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Handlebar retaining device loose bolt loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 32,220 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 32,159 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 31,789 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 May 2015 38,698 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Jul 2011 30,632 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 30,632 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 29,624 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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L871 EKG is a 1994 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L871 EKG, 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.

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What year was L871 EKG registered?

L871 EKG is a 1994 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 25 March 1994.

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