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H96 XBV

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,082 mi
Last recorded3,082 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2013
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH96 XBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2013 3,082 miles

No lights fitted at time of test, Vehicle for daytime use only

Fail 16 Apr 2013 3,078 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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H96 XBV is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 H96 XBV, 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 H96 XBV registered?

H96 XBV is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 15 February 1991.

Is H96 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H96 XBV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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