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J665 GMR

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,811 mi
Last recorded14,811 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ665 GMR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 14,811 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 14,805 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 14,715 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 14,335 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 14,330 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 14,290 miles

front and rear tyres perishing

Pass 29 Jun 2019 14,285 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 14,226 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 14,226 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 14,222 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 14,153 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 14,139 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 14,113 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 14,056 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 14,034 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 13,975 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 13,904 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 13,673 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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J665 GMR is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 J665 GMR, 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 J665 GMR registered?

J665 GMR is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J665 GMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J665 GMR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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