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H786 BAE

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,318 mi
Last recorded25,318 miles
Recorded on17 May 2014
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH786 BAE
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2014 25,318 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 25,302 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 21 May 2013 22,679 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 22,670 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 22,659 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 14 Aug 2010 22,567 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

clutch cable operation slightly stiff

front brake lever slightly stiff

rear brake switch slightly sticking

side stand operation stiff

Pass 6 Sep 2008 22,409 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 22,050 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced 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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H786 BAE is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H786 BAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H786 BAE registered?

H786 BAE is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 2 January 1991.

Is H786 BAE safe to buy?

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