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S963 KLO

1999 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,789 mi
Last recorded27,789 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki EN5009,866 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS963 KLO
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 27,789 miles

Exhaust noisy acceptable at half engine speed (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Aug 2026 27,788 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 27,608 miles

Nearside Front Suspension (fork) dust seal is deformed causing slight oil leak

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 27,608 miles

Nearside Front Suspension (fork) dust seal is deformed causing slight oil leak

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Stop lamp not working Stop light switch adjusted (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2023 27,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 27,086 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 26,886 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively service calieper asap (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 26,610 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre sidewalls show signs of perishing.

Fail 28 Mar 2019 26,608 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre sidewalls show signs of perishing.

Pass 23 Aug 2017 25,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 25,881 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 24,852 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 24,396 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 23,139 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 22,986 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 22,910 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 22,475 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 21,496 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 17,922 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 16,261 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 15,763 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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S963 KLO is a 1999 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S963 KLO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S963 KLO registered?

S963 KLO is a 1999 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 6 January 1999.

Is S963 KLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S963 KLO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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