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L787 SHW

1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

53,274 mi
Last recorded53,274 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2012
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A626,837 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL787 SHW
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX500-A6
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2012 53,274 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 52,518 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2011 52,518 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 20 Nov 2010 52,515 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 51,446 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 49,200 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 49,002 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 48,793 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 48,755 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 48,755 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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L787 SHW is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 L787 SHW, 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 L787 SHW registered?

L787 SHW is a 1993 Kawasaki EX500-A6, first registered on 19 August 1993.

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