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H169 FKR

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

23,260 mi
Last recorded23,260 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH169 FKR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 23,260 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 23,100 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 22,689 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 22,312 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 22,234 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 22,234 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 22,040 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 21,876 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 21,637 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 21,630 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 21,516 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 21,428 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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H169 FKR is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H169 FKR, 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

How do I check the history of H169 FKR?

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What year was H169 FKR registered?

H169 FKR is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 7 June 1991.

Is H169 FKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H169 FKR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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