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HF03 RNU

2003 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

8,175 mi
Last recorded8,175 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki EN50010,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 RNU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 8,175 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 15 KgF (3 Squares) (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 7,951 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 6,849 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 6,763 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 6,763 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Tyre incorrect orientation, Opposite from directional arrow (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 6,260 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 6,252 miles

Central Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 6,228 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 5,648 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 2,837 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 2,187 miles

Front headlamp converters fitted front position lamp

Pass 26 Aug 2014 2,127 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 1,982 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 May 2012 1,975 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 1,918 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 1,792 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 1,750 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 1,617 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 1,617 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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HF03 RNU is a 2003 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 10,672 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 HF03 RNU, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HF03 RNU registered?

HF03 RNU is a 2003 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is HF03 RNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 RNU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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