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J938 ETC

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,818 mi
Last recorded25,818 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ938 ETC
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 25,818 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 25,795 miles

Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 25,748 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 25,069 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 24,736 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 24,249 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 23,969 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 23,874 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 23,541 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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J938 ETC is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J938 ETC, 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 J938 ETC?

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What year was J938 ETC registered?

J938 ETC is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 17 October 1991.

Is J938 ETC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J938 ETC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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