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J986 MTA

1991 Enfield 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,458 mi
Last recorded24,458 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1991 Enfield 50012,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ986 MTA
MakeEnfield
Model500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 24,458 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 23,223 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 23,203 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 23,203 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 23,156 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 23,047 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

number plate is cracked

Fail 2 Sep 2008 23,037 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

number plate is cracked

Pass 2 Aug 2007 22,903 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 22,828 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 22,759 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2005 20,584 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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J986 MTA is a 1991 Enfield 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1991 Enfield 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 12,972 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 J986 MTA, 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 35 years old, this Enfield 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J986 MTA registered?

J986 MTA is a 1991 Enfield 500, first registered on 25 October 1991.

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The MOT history for J986 MTA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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