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J297 SNB

1992 Kawasaki EN500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

6,429 mi
Last recorded6,429 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EN50019,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ297 SNB
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 6,429 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 6,379 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2025 6,379 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 6,373 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 6,346 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 6,322 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 6,309 miles

Rear Tyre is cracking

Pass 14 Jul 2018 6,271 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 6,184 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 6,170 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 6,157 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 6,117 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 5,649 miles

handle bars slightley bent

Pass 12 Sep 2007 5,589 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 4,220 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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J297 SNB is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J297 SNB, 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 J297 SNB registered?

J297 SNB is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J297 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J297 SNB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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