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Kawasaki En Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kawasaki En reliable? We analysed 4,389 real MOT tests across 669 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,389 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.1%
Typical Mileage
7,938mi
Annual Mileage
712mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
11yrs

The Kawasaki En is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki En.

Kawasaki En Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kawasaki En. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kawasaki En MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kawasaki En to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.2%
2017
89.8%
2016
91.9%
2015
83.1%
1995
82.6%
1990

Kawasaki En Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki En models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 21
Valve stem seriously damaged 10

Kawasaki En Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kawasaki En owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
227 mi/yr
Typical
712 mi/yr
Average
1,390 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,816 mi/yr

Kawasaki En MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki En year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2017 225 90.2% 4,078 7,049 11,950
2016 2,055 89.8% 3,766 7,106 12,526
2015 1,692 91.9% 3,654 7,906 13,802
1995 59 83.1% 12,296 16,441 20,027
1990 69 82.6% 15,557 19,943 27,655

How Long Does a Kawasaki En Last?

Based on 669 Kawasaki En vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.8 years
Median
9.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
11 years

Kawasaki En Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki En MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
7,938 mi
75th Percentile
14,287 mi
95th Percentile
27,910 mi
Max Recorded
123,293 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki En

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2015

91.9% MOT pass rate from 1,692 tests

Year to avoid
1990

82.6% MOT pass rate from 69 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki En is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.9% across 1,692 tests. The 1990 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kawasaki En Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kawasaki En THIS CAR 90.1% 4,389 7,938 mi 11 yrs
Kawasaki ZX-6R 81.7% 204,826 19,965 mi 31 yrs
Kawasaki ZX-9R 83.7% 103,150 22,736 mi 32 yrs
Kawasaki ER5 81.2% 65,763 22,023 mi 30 yrs
Lancia Thema 69.6% 2,292 114,309 mi 40 yrs

Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki En outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki En?

The Kawasaki En has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.1% across 4,389 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kawasaki En with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Kawasaki En owner drives around 712 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Kawasaki En models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Kawasaki En — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki En reliable?
Based on 4,389 MOT tests, the Kawasaki En has a 90.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki En?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki En do per year?
The typical Kawasaki En does around 712 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki En last?
Most Kawasaki En models stay on UK roads for around 11 years based on our analysis of 669 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki En?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Kawasaki En?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki En is 2015 with a 91.9% pass rate across 1,692 tests.