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K168 APC

1992 Kawasaki EX500-A1

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,628 mi
Last recorded8,628 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK168 APC
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A1
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2007 8,628 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 8,628 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX500-A1?

Based on 588 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 7
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K168 APC is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A1 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EX500-A1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K168 APC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX500-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 34 years old, this Kawasaki EX500-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K168 APC registered?

K168 APC is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A1, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K168 APC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K168 APC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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