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S418 TPW

1999 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

7,257 mi
Last recorded7,257 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki EN5009,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS418 TPW
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 7,257 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust is leaking but is not noisy at balance pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 7,256 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2017 7,256 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 7,247 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 15 Aug 2014 6,931 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 5,263 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 3,744 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 3,145 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 2,818 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 2,775 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 2,494 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 2,494 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 2,420 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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S418 TPW is a 1999 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S418 TPW, 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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What year was S418 TPW registered?

S418 TPW is a 1999 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 8 January 1999.

Is S418 TPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S418 TPW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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