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J914 GTP

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,714 mi
Last recorded26,714 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ914 GTP
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 26,714 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 25,974 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 24,009 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 22,580 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2016 21,229 miles

Front tyre cracked

Pass 30 Jun 2015 18,725 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 18,725 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Offside Rear Lower Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 1 May 2012 17,518 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

gear lever pivots quite worn

Fail 30 Apr 2012 17,518 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)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre was flat and has been reinflated

gear lever pivots quite worn

rear tyre was flat and has been reinflated

Pass 24 May 2007 17,197 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 16,416 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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J914 GTP is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J914 GTP, 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

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What year was J914 GTP registered?

J914 GTP is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 12 August 1991.

Is J914 GTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J914 GTP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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