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L543 TUP

2001 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,242 mi
Last recorded34,242 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki EN50013,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL543 TUP
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 34,242 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 27 May 2015 33,774 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 33,515 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 29 May 2013 32,909 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 31,956 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 31,168 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 30,962 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2007 29,830 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Feb 2007 29,830 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2006 27,880 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

slight rough noise on horn

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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L543 TUP is a 2001 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 13,838 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 L543 TUP, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L543 TUP registered?

L543 TUP is a 2001 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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