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J760 BYB

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

17,115 mi
Last recorded17,115 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ760 BYB
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 17,115 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 16,935 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 16,861 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 16,861 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 16,440 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 16,440 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 16,190 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 16,076 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 15,789 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 15,265 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 14,663 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Apr 2014 14,663 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 14,089 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 14,089 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

dip and main beam wrong way around and warning light comes on on dip beam

Fail 4 Apr 2012 12,623 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 12,623 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 10,848 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 10,848 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 10,584 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2010 10,584 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2009 9,394 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 7,373 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 7,330 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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J760 BYB is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 J760 BYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J760 BYB?

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What year was J760 BYB registered?

J760 BYB is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J760 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J760 BYB shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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