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J75 SHN

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,855 mi
Last recorded36,855 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2023
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ75 SHN
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2023 36,855 miles

Front fork dust seals deteriorated

Fail 13 Jul 2023 36,855 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front fork dust seals deteriorated

Pass 9 Jul 2022 36,637 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 36,516 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 35,350 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 35,317 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 35,277 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 35,117 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 35,044 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 35,044 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 34,751 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 34,493 miles

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

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 34,493 miles

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

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Sep 2009 34,053 miles

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

after market blue led lights fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2008 33,796 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(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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J75 SHN 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 80%.

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 J75 SHN, 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 J75 SHN registered?

J75 SHN is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 2 August 1991.

Is J75 SHN safe to buy?

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