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S113 JJB

1999 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,566 mi
Last recorded16,566 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2015
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki EN5009,866 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS113 JJB
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2015 16,566 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey cross over pipe (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated cross over pipe (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 14,239 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 13,213 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 10 Apr 2014 13,213 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 14 May 2010 10,872 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 8,252 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 8,215 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 May 2008 4,566 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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S113 JJB is a 1999 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 9,866 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 S113 JJB, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S113 JJB is a 1999 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 23 January 1999.

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