1999 Kawasaki Er500-a3 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Er500-a3 models manufactured in 1999, based on 164 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1999 Kawasaki Er500-a3 MOT Analysis
The 1999 Kawasaki Er500-a3 has an MOT pass rate of 82.9% based on 164 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 26,444 miles on the odometer. With a 17.1% failure rate, the 1999 Er500-a3 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1999 Kawasaki Er500-a3 is Motorcycle brakes, responsible for 2.4% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors is the second most common issue at 2.4%. Motorcycle tyres follows at 1.2%.
Top failures specific to 1999 models only. The overall Er500-a3 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 2.4% | 4 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.4% | 4 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.2% | 2 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Wheels | 1.2% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 26,444 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.92 | 2.4% | 4 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.92 | 2.4% | 4 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.46 | 1.2% | 2 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.46 | 1.2% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1999 Kawasaki Er500-a3 has an MOT pass rate of 82.9% based on 164 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 26,444 miles on the odometer. With a 17.1% failure rate, the 1999 Er500-a3 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1999 Kawasaki Er500-a3, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). With relatively low average mileage of 26,444 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle brakes — 2.4% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 2.4% of MOT failures on 1999 Kawasaki Er500-a3 models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 2.4% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 2.4% of MOT failures on 1999 Kawasaki Er500-a3 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle tyres — 1.2% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 1.2% of MOT failures on 1999 Kawasaki Er500-a3 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.