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K78 TTA

1992 Kawasaki EN500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,165 mi
Last recorded35,165 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2014
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EN50019,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK78 TTA
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2014 35,165 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Feb 2014 35,155 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 33,230 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 31,147 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 29,509 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 29,492 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front mudguard corroded - braced member.

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Drive belt sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 29,353 miles

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front tyre slightly perished on wall.

Rear Drive belt sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Slight movement in cush drive and mechanical rotational noise from front belt drive sprocket.

Fail 18 Dec 2006 29,353 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive belt sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Slight movement in cush drive and mechanical rotational noise from front belt drive sprocket.

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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K78 TTA is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 19,725 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 K78 TTA, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K78 TTA registered?

K78 TTA is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 18 November 1992.

Is K78 TTA safe to buy?

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