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H971 HLH

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,498 mi
Last recorded15,498 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH971 HLH
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 15,498 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 15,170 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged slightly split. (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 1 Aug 2020 15,170 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged slightly split. (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted torque arm,split pin missing. (1.1.21 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 14,351 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 14,351 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 14,351 miles

Front Brake Lever has notchy operation.

Fail 1 Jul 2011 14,351 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake Lever has notchy operation.

Pass 23 Jun 2008 14,351 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 12,409 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 12,409 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 11,620 miles

rear tyre wall starting to perish

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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H971 HLH 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 H971 HLH, 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 H971 HLH registered?

H971 HLH is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 3 May 1991.

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The MOT history for H971 HLH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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