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G861 WTA

1990 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,863 mi
Last recorded32,863 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki EN50023,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG861 WTA
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 32,863 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 32,861 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 32,539 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 32,529 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 32,404 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 32,281 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 32,142 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 31,666 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 31,459 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2008 30,949 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 30,502 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 30,502 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 30,039 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 30,039 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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G861 WTA is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G861 WTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G861 WTA registered?

G861 WTA is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 21 June 1990.

Is G861 WTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G861 WTA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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