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K500 GES

1999 Enfield 500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,146 mi
Last recorded22,146 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Enfield 5004,332 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK500 GES
MakeEnfield
Model500
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 22,146 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 21,654 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 20,494 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 19,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 17,587 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 16,467 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 16,172 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake, slightly sluggish, needs bedding in

fuel cap sealing washer, slightly deteriorated,, recommend attention

Fail 4 Aug 2015 16,172 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake, slightly sluggish, needs bedding in

fuel cap sealing washer, slightly deteriorated,, recommend attention

How Reliable is the Enfield 500?

Based on 1,120 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Horn not working 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 4
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K500 GES is a 1999 Enfield 500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 Enfield 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 4,332 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 Enfield 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K500 GES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 27 years old, this Enfield 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K500 GES registered?

K500 GES is a 1999 Enfield 500, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is K500 GES safe to buy?

The MOT history for K500 GES shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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