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J96 DGC

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,799 mi
Last recorded38,799 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ96 DGC
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 38,799 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 28 Oct 2021 38,799 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 38,672 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 38,638 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 38,612 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2016 38,612 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 38,586 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 34,857 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 29,331 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 25,438 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 25,438 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 24,672 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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J96 DGC is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J96 DGC, 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 J96 DGC registered?

J96 DGC is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 23 September 1991.

Is J96 DGC safe to buy?

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