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P796 LJN

1996 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,866 mi
Last recorded28,866 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki EN50013,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP796 LJN
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 28,866 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 28,364 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 28,083 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2023 27,811 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 27,424 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 27,285 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 27,116 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 26,969 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 26,877 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 26,716 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 26,558 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 26,274 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 25,791 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 25,381 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 25,078 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 24,716 miles

rear light lense secure but could be lose in is surround

Pass 5 Dec 2008 23,545 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 23,456 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 22,670 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 21,886 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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P796 LJN is a 1996 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P796 LJN, 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 P796 LJN registered?

P796 LJN is a 1996 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 7 December 1996.

Is P796 LJN safe to buy?

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