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J187 CPW

1992 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,388 mi
Last recorded21,388 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EN50019,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ187 CPW
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 21,388 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 21,346 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 21,298 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Fail 26 May 2011 21,127 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 May 2011 21,127 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 18,761 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 18,758 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 18,649 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 17,739 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 15,816 miles

corrosion showing on swing arm

Pass 14 Mar 2006 13,667 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Feb 2006 13,641 miles

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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J187 CPW is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J187 CPW, 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.

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What year was J187 CPW registered?

J187 CPW is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 5 March 1992.

Is J187 CPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J187 CPW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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