MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,787 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki EN500?
Based on 7,833 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J486 CAL is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1991 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 20,200 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 J486 CAL, 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 35 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was J486 CAL registered?
J486 CAL is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 13 November 1991.
Is J486 CAL safe to buy?
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