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G426 YFE

1990 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

46,589 mi
Last recorded46,589 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki EN50023,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG426 YFE
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 46,589 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 45,948 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 22 May 2017 45,948 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 5 May 2016 44,369 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 42,808 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2014 41,595 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 21 May 2014 41,594 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 May 2013 40,633 miles
Pass 7 May 2012 39,335 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 37,580 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 36,104 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 36,104 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 7 May 2009 34,769 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 33,625 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 32,298 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 32,298 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 May 2006 9,554 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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G426 YFE is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 G426 YFE, 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.

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What year was G426 YFE registered?

G426 YFE is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 May 1990.

Is G426 YFE safe to buy?

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