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J590 CYM

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,963 mi
Last recorded27,963 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ590 CYM
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 27,963 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2019 27,963 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 26,774 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front and rear tyres slightly perished

Fail 27 Jun 2017 26,771 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticking open (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front and rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 27 Jul 2016 25,962 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 25,848 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 25,848 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 24,902 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 24,610 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 24,422 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2011 23,942 miles

Drive belt sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 22,363 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 21,934 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 21,252 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Jan 2008 21,252 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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J590 CYM is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 J590 CYM, 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 J590 CYM registered?

J590 CYM is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 19 September 1991.

Is J590 CYM safe to buy?

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