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K261 VRJ

1992 Kawasaki EN500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

27,093 mi
Last recorded27,093 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EN50019,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK261 VRJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 27,093 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 27,060 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 26,680 miles

Front Tyre slightly perished

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 26,294 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Oct 2016 26,924 miles

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 25,776 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 25,413 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 25,129 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 23,099 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2010 20,645 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 18,784 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 18,784 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 18,484 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 17,602 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 17,520 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Centre Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Offside Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

gear iever ioose

instrument console ioose

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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K261 VRJ is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 19,725 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 K261 VRJ, 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 34 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 K261 VRJ registered?

K261 VRJ is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K261 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K261 VRJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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