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H448 JJK

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

15,048 mi
Last recorded15,048 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH448 JJK
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 15,048 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 14,217 miles

Front Slight bind on front wheel

Rear Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Very little reserve travel on front brake lever

Pass 29 Jul 2022 14,110 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 14,023 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 13,910 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 13,846 miles

Rear Brake binding slightly. Adjust.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Possible wheel adjustment required. (2.4 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 13,752 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 13,583 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2016 13,348 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 13,083 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 12,270 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 12,270 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 May 2013 11,915 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 11,633 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 11,402 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 11,216 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 10,785 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 10,326 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 9,411 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 8,907 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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H448 JJK is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 H448 JJK, 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 H448 JJK registered?

H448 JJK is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 8 July 1991.

Is H448 JJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H448 JJK shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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