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S538 ATT

1998 Kawasaki Er 500-A1

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,840 mi
Last recorded37,840 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Er 500-A130,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS538 ATT
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500-A1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 37,840 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 37,056 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 36,602 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 36,602 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 35,520 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 35,503 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 32,150 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 29,734 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 26,472 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 23,625 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 23,625 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500-A1?

Based on 684 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
1,162
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 12
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
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S538 ATT is a 1998 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 30,067 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Er 500-A1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S538 ATT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Er 500-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Er 500-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S538 ATT registered?

S538 ATT is a 1998 Kawasaki Er 500-A1, first registered on 17 August 1998.

Is S538 ATT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S538 ATT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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