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J674 KMW

1992 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,601 mi
Last recorded55,601 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EN50019,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ674 KMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2015 55,601 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 55,601 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 54,563 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

rear mudguard modified (short)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 54,125 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 53,333 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 52,644 miles

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

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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J674 KMW is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 J674 KMW, 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.

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What year was J674 KMW registered?

J674 KMW is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 19 May 1992.

Is J674 KMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J674 KMW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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