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H15 NRG

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

19,126 mi
Last recorded19,126 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH15 NRG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 19,126 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear tyre cracking on side walls

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 May 2024 18,899 miles

Rear tyre perished

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 18,896 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 18,896 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 18,833 miles

Rear tyre cracking on walls

Pass 5 Sep 2019 18,648 miles

rear tyre cracking on walls

Pass 10 Jul 2015 17,868 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 17,579 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 17,579 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 16,906 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 16,906 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2011 16,616 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 15,819 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2010 15,819 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 15,723 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 15,530 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 15,457 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 15,457 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2006 15,312 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 15,312 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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H15 NRG is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 20,200 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 H15 NRG, 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 35 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 H15 NRG registered?

H15 NRG is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 11 June 1991.

Is H15 NRG safe to buy?

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