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J361 NDY

1992 Kawasaki EN500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2021
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,779 mi
Last recorded60,779 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2020
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EN50019,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ361 NDY
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2020 60,779 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged Slight tear in Valve stem.Does not leak air (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Apr 2014 60,359 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre side walls slightly perished

Fail 31 Mar 2014 60,359 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre side walls slightly perished

Fail 22 Aug 2013 60,431 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

gear change lever bush worn

Pass 30 Jun 2009 59,950 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 30 Jun 2009 59,950 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 59,130 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Jun 2006 59,126 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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J361 NDY is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J361 NDY, 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 J361 NDY registered?

J361 NDY is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 27 May 1992.

Is J361 NDY safe to buy?

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