MOT Status
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23,618 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Chain guard missing
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Chain guard missing
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
Chain guard missing
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @1.49mm (5.2.3 (e))
Chain guard missing
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS
Chain guard missing
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
Chain guard missing
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Chain guard missing
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively Cable slow to return (1.2.1 (f))
Chain guard missing
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Chain guard missing
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
Chain guard missing
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EN500?
Based on 7,833 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R176 YON is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1998 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,884 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 R176 YON, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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R176 YON is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 3 March 1998.
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