MOT Status
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41,569 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre sidewall perished
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre sidewall perished
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Front tyre sidewall slightly perished
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
gear linkage worn
Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
gear linkage worn
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
not running r/h cylinder
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
not running r/h cylinder
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EN500?
Based on 7,833 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J240 SDU is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.
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 J240 SDU, 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 J240 SDU registered?
J240 SDU is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 10 January 1992.
Is J240 SDU safe to buy?
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