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W395 SBR

2000 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,489 mi
Last recorded40,489 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki EN50012,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW395 SBR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 40,489 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 23 Jul 2018 40,473 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 13 Aug 2015 32,519 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Aug 2015 32,417 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake line under very slight tension when fully extended

Pass 6 Jun 2014 23,504 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 22,550 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 21,965 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 20,332 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 16,786 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 14,892 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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W395 SBR is a 2000 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 12,894 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 W395 SBR, 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 26 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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W395 SBR is a 2000 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 18 July 2000.

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