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J176 SBD

1992 Kawasaki EN500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,188 mi
Last recorded41,188 miles
Recorded on9 May 2011
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EN50019,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ176 SBD
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2011 41,188 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 27 Feb 2010 40,660 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 27 Feb 2010 40,660 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 Oct 2008 39,740 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 39,150 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 38,247 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 38,247 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2005 36,355 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Drive belt sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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J176 SBD is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 19,725 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 J176 SBD, 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 34 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 J176 SBD registered?

J176 SBD is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J176 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J176 SBD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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