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H380 BFJ

1990 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,130 mi
Last recorded57,130 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2020
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki EN50023,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH380 BFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2020 57,130 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 57,130 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 55,422 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 54,516 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 53,324 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 53,324 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2016 52,500 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 52,500 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2015 51,904 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 51,341 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 51,012 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 50,828 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 50,624 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 50,616 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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H380 BFJ is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 H380 BFJ, 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 H380 BFJ registered?

H380 BFJ is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 23 August 1990.

Is H380 BFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H380 BFJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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