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H185 OEP

1990 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,045 mi
Last recorded24,045 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki EN50023,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH185 OEP
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015 24,045 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 24,440 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 24,149 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 22,745 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 20,806 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 18,082 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 May 2009 16,113 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 14,373 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 13,393 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 11,884 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 May 2006 11,884 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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H185 OEP is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 H185 OEP, 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 H185 OEP registered?

H185 OEP is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 21 September 1990.

Is H185 OEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H185 OEP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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