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J21 GAU

2006 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,252 mi
Last recorded14,252 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ21 GAU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2023 14,252 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 14,113 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 14,027 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 13,990 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 13,990 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2006 12,922 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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J21 GAU is a 2006 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J21 GAU, 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 20 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J21 GAU registered?

J21 GAU is a 2006 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 18 May 2006.

Is J21 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J21 GAU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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