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S741 KOD

1998 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,389 mi
Last recorded9,389 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki EN50013,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS741 KOD
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2026 9,389 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 9,137 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 8,803 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Forks slightly corroded Both front (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 8,728 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit recommend replace ASAP (3.2.A1f(i))

clutch lever slightly bent, stiff in operation

Pass 8 May 2015 8,240 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

clutch lever slightly stiff in operation

Pass 4 Sep 2013 8,218 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 8,081 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 8,078 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2007 7,792 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 7,294 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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S741 KOD is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S741 KOD, 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

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What year was S741 KOD registered?

S741 KOD is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 26 September 1998.

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