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G210 EKV

1990 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

18,154 mi
Last recorded18,154 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki EN50023,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG210 EKV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 18,154 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 18,115 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 16,707 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 14,939 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 14,261 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 13,340 miles

cush drive rubbers have slight free play

Fail 25 Apr 2019 13,336 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel Cush Drive Rubbers Have Slight Free Play

Pass 14 May 2018 12,313 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 12,313 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 12,205 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2014 12,205 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 11,523 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 10,595 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 Jun 2012 10,595 miles

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

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2011 8,584 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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G210 EKV is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 23,736 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 G210 EKV, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G210 EKV registered?

G210 EKV is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G210 EKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G210 EKV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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