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H707 TKU

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

24,403 mi
Last recorded24,403 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH707 TKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 24,403 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 24,311 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 24,208 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 24,077 miles

front forks pitted and rusty

Pass 26 May 2017 23,873 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. front forks pitted (2.3.1)

front brakes binding slightly

front tyre 11 years old

rear tyre 13 years old

Fail 25 May 2017 23,873 miles

Brake locking device missing rear steady bar (3.2.A1e)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. front forks pitted (2.3.1)

front brakes binding slightly

front tyre 11 years old

rear tyre 13 years old

Fail 14 May 2015 23,869 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front brake slight bind

throttle grip badly ripped

Pass 29 Apr 2014 23,652 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 22 May 2013 23,387 miles

BELT GUARD MISSING

Pass 24 May 2012 23,214 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

belt gaurd missing

Pass 12 May 2011 22,839 miles

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

drive belt gaurd missing

Fail 27 Apr 2011 22,830 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

drive belt gaurd missing

Pass 22 Apr 2010 22,248 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 21,217 miles

drive belt guard missing

Pass 25 Apr 2008 20,794 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 20,767 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)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 20,264 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 19,124 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 19,103 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear 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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H707 TKU is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 H707 TKU, 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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H707 TKU is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 17 June 1991.

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