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J831 ONR

1992 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,532 mi
Last recorded36,532 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2014
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EN50019,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ831 ONR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2014 36,532 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front tyre side walls cracking

Rear brake pedal hits the exhaust

Pass 9 Aug 2013 36,348 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 36,056 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 35,574 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 35,063 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 13,830 miles

clutch bracket loose

Fail 21 Jan 2010 13,826 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

clutch bracket loose

Fail 29 Apr 2006 13,809 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Drive belt worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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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J831 ONR is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 J831 ONR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J831 ONR registered?

J831 ONR is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 8 June 1992.

Is J831 ONR safe to buy?

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