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J228 FGC

1992 Enfield 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,620 mi
Last recorded2,620 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1992 Enfield 50015,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ228 FGC
MakeEnfield
Model500
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 2,620 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 2,574 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 2,254 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 2,208 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 2,208 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 1,897 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 1,465 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 1,465 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 711 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 101 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 16,773 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 16,773 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 16,773 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 16,773 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 16,773 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 16,490 miles

How Reliable is the Enfield 500?

Based on 1,120 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Horn not working 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 4
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J228 FGC is a 1992 Enfield 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Enfield 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 15,276 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 Enfield 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J228 FGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Enfield 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J228 FGC registered?

J228 FGC is a 1992 Enfield 500, first registered on 28 April 1992.

Is J228 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J228 FGC shows 16 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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