MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,914 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EN500?
Based on 7,833 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.
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H471 DBV is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 H471 DBV, 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.
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H471 DBV is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 31 July 1991.
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