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J631 AYG

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

39,477 mi
Last recorded39,477 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ631 AYG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 39,477 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 39,447 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 39,169 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 39,120 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 39,120 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 39,117 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 38,776 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 37,797 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 5 Aug 2013 36,701 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 36,701 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 35,194 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 33,911 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 15 Aug 2011 33,911 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 33,761 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 33,181 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 33,181 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 33,138 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2007 32,709 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 32,532 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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J631 AYG is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 J631 AYG, 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 J631 AYG registered?

J631 AYG is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 5 August 1991.

Is J631 AYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J631 AYG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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