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L27 LEG

1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,899 mi
Last recorded34,899 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A626,837 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL27 LEG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 34,899 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 34,896 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 34,155 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 24,492 miles

chain gaurd missing

Pass 29 Dec 2012 32,653 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 13 Aug 2011 30,009 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 8 Aug 2011 29,996 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Chain guard missing

Fail 15 Jul 2010 28,502 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 28,502 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 27,077 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

luggage rack bolts loose

Fail 15 Jun 2009 27,077 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

luggage rack bolts loose

Pass 9 Nov 2007 24,461 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 24,260 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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L27 LEG is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 26,837 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 L27 LEG, 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 33 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 L27 LEG registered?

L27 LEG is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 6 August 1993.

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