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K568 SDF

1992 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,096 mi
Last recorded55,096 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A626,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK568 SDF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 55,096 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 55,063 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 55,063 miles

Drive chain worn to excess chain has seized links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 53,629 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 53,433 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 53,071 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 52,926 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 52,728 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2009 52,728 miles

Front Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

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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K568 SDF is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 26,670 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 K568 SDF, 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 34 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 K568 SDF registered?

K568 SDF is a 1992 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 12 October 1992.

Is K568 SDF safe to buy?

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