MOT Status
ValidMileage
18,342 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
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))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
rear brake sqeaking slightly
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EN500?
Based on 7,833 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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