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J255 ERR

1992 Enfield 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

18,593 mi
Last recorded18,593 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Enfield 50015,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ255 ERR
MakeEnfield
Model500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 18,593 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 18,487 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 18,207 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 18,193 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 18,174 miles

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 17,986 miles

front tyre perished

Pass 14 Jun 2016 17,957 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 17,684 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 17,684 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2014 17,140 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 16,873 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 16,448 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 15,974 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 5,538 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 14,384 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2009 14,381 miles

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 13,832 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 13,539 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 13,539 miles

How Reliable is the Enfield 500?

Based on 1,120 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Horn not working 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 4
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J255 ERR is a 1992 Enfield 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1992 Enfield 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 15,276 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 Enfield 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J255 ERR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Enfield 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J255 ERR registered?

J255 ERR is a 1992 Enfield 500, first registered on 27 May 1992.

Is J255 ERR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J255 ERR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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