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J787 CJD

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

52,875 mi
Last recorded52,875 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ787 CJD
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 52,875 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 52,873 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2019 52,407 miles

Drive belt pulley slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

rear suspension reduced damping

slight perish marks in sidewalls of front tyre

slight perish marks in sidewalls of rear tyre

Fail 25 May 2019 52,401 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Drive belt pulley slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

perish marks in sidewalls of front & rear tyres

rear suspension reduced damping

Pass 8 Sep 2007 52,376 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 52,262 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 52,247 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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J787 CJD is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 J787 CJD, 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 J787 CJD registered?

J787 CJD is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 6 August 1991.

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