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P319 NJN

1997 Kawasaki AR50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

7,867 mi
Last recorded7,867 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki AR509,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP319 NJN
MakeKawasaki
ModelAR50
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 7,867 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 7,849 miles

Offside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure fork nut loose and weaping oil (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 7,698 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 7,618 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 7,572 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 7,414 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 7,240 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2019 7,240 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2011 7,139 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 7,139 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki AR50?

Based on 1,229 MOT tests across 348 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
217
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
348
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Direction indicators not working 32
Direction indicator not working 32
Horn not working 24
Footrest missing 21
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P319 NJN is a 1997 Kawasaki AR50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki AR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 9,832 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki AR50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P319 NJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki AR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki AR50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P319 NJN registered?

P319 NJN is a 1997 Kawasaki AR50, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P319 NJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P319 NJN shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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