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M548 TMF

1994 Kawasaki EN500

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,822 mi
Last recorded19,822 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki EN50017,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM548 TMF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 19,822 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 19,264 miles

Offside Rear Brake component has a poor repair (3.1.5)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 18,504 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 18,504 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 17,011 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2013 17,011 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 16,474 miles

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

front and rear tyres starting to perish/crack

front dust cap missing

oil leak rear of cylinder head

Fail 4 Apr 2012 16,467 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front and rear tyres starting to perish/crack

front dust cap missing

oil leak rear of cylinder head

Pass 12 Oct 2009 15,308 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 13,691 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 12,156 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 10,779 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 9,202 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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M548 TMF is a 1994 Kawasaki EN500 in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 17,077 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 M548 TMF, 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 32 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M548 TMF registered?

M548 TMF is a 1994 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 10 August 1994.

Is M548 TMF safe to buy?

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