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KC02 FTK

2002 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

80,689 mi
Last recorded80,689 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki EN50023,094 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC02 FTK
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 80,689 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

rear luggage rack loose

Fail 4 Apr 2018 80,689 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

rear luggage rack loose

Pass 27 Mar 2017 77,965 miles

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

Front fork seals slightly deteriorated

Fail 20 Mar 2017 77,965 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Front fork seals slightly deteriorated

Pass 1 Mar 2016 75,220 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Number plate light not working

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension getting stiff

Fail 27 Feb 2016 75,220 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Number plate light not working

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension getting stiff

Pass 25 Feb 2015 71,977 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 71,977 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 68,896 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front o/s brake line tight when wheel raised

Pass 28 May 2013 63,650 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2012 56,438 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear tyre wear uneven

Pass 28 May 2011 53,038 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 53,038 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 45,027 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 45,027 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 44,353 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 44,353 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 40,465 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 40,465 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 39,744 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 37,109 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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KC02 FTK is a 2002 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 23,094 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 KC02 FTK, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KC02 FTK registered?

KC02 FTK is a 2002 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 22 May 2002.

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