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P887 SUA

1996 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,716 mi
Last recorded31,716 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki EN50013,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP887 SUA
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 31,716 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively drive belt showing signs of age (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal leaking slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal leaking slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect rear suspension returns faster than expected but still with some control (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 30,652 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front pads worn close to the limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Exhaust silencer slightly loose nearside exhaust clamp loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 29,721 miles

Rear Drive belt pulley slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 28,820 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 28,820 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 26,753 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 24,765 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 24,760 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2016 22,671 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 20,038 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 18,003 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 16,746 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 16,746 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2009 16,604 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 16,402 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 16,037 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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P887 SUA is a 1996 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 P887 SUA, 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 P887 SUA registered?

P887 SUA is a 1996 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 December 1996.

Is P887 SUA safe to buy?

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