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K71 GCJ

1992 Kawasaki EN500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

8,031 mi
Last recorded8,031 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EN50019,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK71 GCJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 8,031 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 8,023 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 7,966 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 7,900 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 7,844 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 7,614 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 7,510 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 7,254 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 7,119 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 7,018 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 6,879 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 6,681 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 6,451 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 6,229 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 5,669 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 5,453 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2007 5,220 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2006 4,961 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 4,958 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2005 4,767 miles

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

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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K71 GCJ is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 K71 GCJ, 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 K71 GCJ registered?

K71 GCJ is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 12 August 1992.

Is K71 GCJ safe to buy?

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