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H946 JCT

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

33,455 mi
Last recorded33,455 miles
Recorded on3 May 2013
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH946 JCT
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2013 33,455 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 31,980 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 23 Apr 2012 31,980 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 5 May 2011 30,284 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Play in gear change pedal linkages

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 11 Apr 2011 30,284 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

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

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 28,660 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 27,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Jan 2008 25,047 miles

corrosion rear swinging arm

wear rear cush drive

Pass 2 Feb 2007 23,901 miles

condition of exhaust system

Pass 16 Jan 2006 23,072 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 23,043 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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H946 JCT is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 H946 JCT, 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 H946 JCT registered?

H946 JCT is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 2 May 1991.

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