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FA54 TVU

2005 Kawasaki EN500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,527 mi
Last recorded21,527 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA54 TVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 21,527 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 20,400 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 18,310 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 17,218 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 17,200 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2021 17,038 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 16,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2019 14,172 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 11,082 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

exhaust slightly deteriated

Pass 10 Jun 2017 8,319 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 9 Jun 2017 8,315 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 7,030 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 7,018 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 6,764 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 3,498 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EN500?

Based on 7,833 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
336
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
896
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 121
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 112
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 57
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FA54 TVU is a 2005 Kawasaki EN500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EN500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA54 TVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EN500 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FA54 TVU registered?

FA54 TVU is a 2005 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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