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G258 KNY

1990 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

21,208 mi
Last recorded21,208 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki EN50023,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG258 KNY
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 21,208 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 21,190 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 21,161 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 21,078 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Tyres Are Very Old

Fail 3 Jul 2020 21,068 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Tyres Are Very Old

Pass 15 Apr 2015 21,040 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

fork dust seals perishing

Pass 23 Apr 2014 21,008 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

fork dust seals starting to perish

Pass 22 Apr 2013 20,922 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 20,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brake slightly binding

rear brake hub slightly oval

Pass 16 Apr 2011 20,730 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 20,470 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 20,276 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 19,825 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 19,563 miles

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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G258 KNY is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 23,736 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G258 KNY, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G258 KNY registered?

G258 KNY is a 1990 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 16 July 1990.

Is G258 KNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G258 KNY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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