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G877 SVV

1998 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

48,985 mi
Last recorded48,985 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki EN50013,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG877 SVV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2009 48,985 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 48,967 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2008 47,408 miles

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

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

tape on headlamp

Fail 17 Jun 2008 47,046 miles

Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

front brake pads getting low

Pass 7 Jun 2006 45,980 miles

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

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

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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G877 SVV is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,884 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 G877 SVV, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G877 SVV registered?

G877 SVV is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 23 April 1998.

Is G877 SVV safe to buy?

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