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OCH 427P

1976 Kawasaki KH500

Maroon Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2011
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,136 mi
Last recorded24,136 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2010
Typical for 1976 Kawasaki KH50022,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCH 427P
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH500
Year1976
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2010 24,136 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 24,136 miles

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 24,136 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Jun 2008 24,136 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Upper Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 24,136 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 24,136 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KH500?

Based on 771 MOT tests across 171 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
184
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
171
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
Drive chain excessively loose 3
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 3
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OCH 427P is a 1976 Kawasaki KH500 in Maroon with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Kawasaki KH500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 22,456 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 KH500 fails its MOT is direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OCH 427P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KH500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Kawasaki KH500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OCH 427P registered?

OCH 427P is a 1976 Kawasaki KH500, first registered on 7 May 1976.

Is OCH 427P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCH 427P shows 6 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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