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J752 BYB

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

32,753 mi
Last recorded32,753 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ752 BYB
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 32,753 miles

Central Front Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 32,025 miles

Forks slightly pitted

Pass 17 Jun 2022 32,000 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 31,974 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened pitted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2021 31,971 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened pitted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 31,933 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 31,888 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

l/h handlebar grip secured using cable ties

Pass 23 Jun 2018 31,777 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2011 31,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 30,448 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 27,248 miles

front brake slight bind

Fail 7 Jun 2006 25,404 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 25,404 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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J752 BYB is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 20,200 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 J752 BYB, 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 35 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 J752 BYB registered?

J752 BYB is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 12 September 1991.

Is J752 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J752 BYB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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