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G54 WKM

1990 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,664 mi
Last recorded12,664 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2023
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki EN50023,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG54 WKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2023 12,664 miles

Rear tyre slightly perished

Fail 3 Mar 2023 12,645 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 1 Apr 2022 12,417 miles

Front front tyre has cracks / not to ply or cord .

Handlebar corroded but not to excess Slightly Bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Slight engine oil leak

Rear Rear tyre slight cracking appearing , not down to cord or ply .

Fail 19 Mar 2022 12,417 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel tap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front front tyre has cracks / not to ply or cord .

Handlebar corroded but not to excess Slightly Bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2015 12,106 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 11,910 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 11,688 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 11,399 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 11,166 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 11,051 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 10,683 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 10,076 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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G54 WKM is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G54 WKM, 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 G54 WKM registered?

G54 WKM is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is G54 WKM safe to buy?

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