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S242 JCC

1998 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,864 mi
Last recorded15,864 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki EN50013,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS242 JCC
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 15,864 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2022 15,796 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both seals have excess leaks. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 15,576 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 15,452 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 15,052 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 14,643 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 13,895 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 May 2015 12,844 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 12,214 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 10,438 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 10,274 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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S242 JCC is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S242 JCC, 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 S242 JCC?

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What year was S242 JCC registered?

S242 JCC is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is S242 JCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S242 JCC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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