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K678 PAE

1993 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

29,799 mi
Last recorded29,799 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2023
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EN50019,783 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK678 PAE
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2023 29,799 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 28,415 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 28,293 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 28,205 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 27,863 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 27,863 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced sticker on lens effecting beam pattern (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 27,657 miles

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

breather pipe split o/s

Pass 30 Jul 2016 27,596 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey balance pipe cracked (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 27,126 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2015 27,126 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 26,622 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 25,858 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 24,016 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2012 24,016 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 21,418 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 20,876 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 20,475 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 20,160 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 19,780 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 18,802 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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K678 PAE is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 19,783 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 K678 PAE, 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 33 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 K678 PAE registered?

K678 PAE is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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