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P549 UDD

1996 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

8,939 mi
Last recorded8,939 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki EN50013,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP549 UDD
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 8,939 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 8,906 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 8,856 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Jun 2020 8,856 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect bolts fitted (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 8,771 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 8,717 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 8,628 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 8,523 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 8,455 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 8,455 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 8,287 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 8,245 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 8,145 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 8,028 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 7,876 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 7,727 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 7,427 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 7,212 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 6,885 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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P549 UDD is a 1996 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 13,650 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 P549 UDD, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P549 UDD registered?

P549 UDD is a 1996 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 22 August 1996.

Is P549 UDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P549 UDD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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