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S121 AVV

1998 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,699 mi
Last recorded7,699 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki EN50013,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS121 AVV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2025 7,699 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 7,616 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 7,610 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 7,527 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 7,523 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 6,775 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 7,437 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 7,265 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 7,218 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 7,183 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 6,694 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 6,509 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 6,161 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 6,047 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 5,735 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 5,376 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 4,866 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 4,860 miles

slight perishing on front tyre

Pass 16 May 2006 4,796 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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S121 AVV is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 S121 AVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S121 AVV?

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What year was S121 AVV registered?

S121 AVV is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 3 August 1998.

Is S121 AVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S121 AVV shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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