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H226 SHH

1990 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,864 mi
Last recorded40,864 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2016
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki EN50023,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH226 SHH
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016 40,864 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 20 Jul 2016 40,864 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Brake locking device missing rear brake torque arm (3.2.A1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 40,864 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2013 40,864 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 40,864 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 Feb 2008 40,864 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 40,640 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 40,640 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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H226 SHH is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 H226 SHH, 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 H226 SHH registered?

H226 SHH is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 10 August 1990.

Is H226 SHH safe to buy?

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