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S212 SRJ

1998 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,928 mi
Last recorded15,928 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki EN50013,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS212 SRJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 15,928 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 15,867 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 15,564 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 14,229 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 12,528 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 10,905 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 10,429 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 9,817 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 9,361 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 9,151 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 9,035 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 7,931 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 7,158 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2012 7,158 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 7,033 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 6,905 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 6,713 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Dec 2008 6,689 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 5,519 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 2,603 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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S212 SRJ is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S212 SRJ, 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 S212 SRJ registered?

S212 SRJ is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 8 September 1998.

Is S212 SRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S212 SRJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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