MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,544 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EN500?
Based on 7,833 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S717 BAF is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
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 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 S717 BAF, 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.
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What year was S717 BAF registered?
S717 BAF is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 August 1998.
Is S717 BAF safe to buy?
The MOT history for S717 BAF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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