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G253 CWK

1990 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,811 mi
Last recorded15,811 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki EN50023,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG253 CWK
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 15,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 15,282 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 25 Feb 2015 15,274 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 11,025 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 2 Aug 2013 11,025 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 4 Aug 2012 7,514 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 7,514 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 7,244 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 6,644 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 5,980 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 4,691 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 4,257 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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G253 CWK is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 23,736 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 EN500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G253 CWK, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G253 CWK registered?

G253 CWK is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 July 1990.

Is G253 CWK safe to buy?

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