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N530 JBF

1996 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,350 mi
Last recorded10,350 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki EN50013,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN530 JBF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 10,350 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 9,146 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 8,003 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 7,719 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 7,604 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 7,380 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 7,135 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 6,642 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 6,624 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 6,616 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 6,478 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 6,399 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 6,302 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 6,182 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2007 5,903 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 5,903 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2005 5,032 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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N530 JBF is a 1996 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 13,650 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 N530 JBF, 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 30 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 N530 JBF registered?

N530 JBF is a 1996 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 10 April 1996.

Is N530 JBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N530 JBF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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