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T797 BBW

1999 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,342 mi
Last recorded18,342 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki EN5009,866 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT797 BBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 18,342 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 16,998 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 15,707 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 15,160 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 15,154 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 13,924 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under headstock (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 13,924 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under headstock (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 13,863 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 13,621 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 13,611 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 13,493 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 13,493 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 13,224 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 13,224 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 10,645 miles

rear brake sqeaking slightly

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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T797 BBW is a 1999 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 T797 BBW, 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 T797 BBW registered?

T797 BBW is a 1999 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 4 May 1999.

Is T797 BBW safe to buy?

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