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J78 MDG

1992 Enfield 500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,271 mi
Last recorded20,271 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 1992 Enfield 50015,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ78 MDG
MakeEnfield
Model500
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2024 20,271 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 19,545 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 19,501 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 19,246 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 19,219 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 18,750 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 18,147 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 16,656 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 16,149 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 15,542 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 14,529 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 12,039 miles

Front Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1a)

How Reliable is the Enfield 500?

Based on 1,120 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Horn not working 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 4
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J78 MDG is a 1992 Enfield 500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1992 Enfield 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 15,276 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Enfield 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J78 MDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Enfield 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J78 MDG?

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What year was J78 MDG registered?

J78 MDG is a 1992 Enfield 500, first registered on 1 February 1992.

Is J78 MDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J78 MDG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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