CarVerify

Free Car Check

A14 XRP

1991 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,233 mi
Last recorded6,233 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EN50020,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 XRP
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
View full Kawasaki EN500 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 6,233 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2024 5,230 miles

light cracks front tyre// check regular

Pass 12 Apr 2023 5,139 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 3,668 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 May 2019 2,270 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 3 May 2019 2,270 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 898 miles

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
Full Kawasaki EN500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

A14 XRP is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A14 XRP, 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

How do I check the history of A14 XRP?

You can check the full history of A14 XRP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A14 XRP registered?

A14 XRP is a 1991 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 July 1991.

Is A14 XRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 XRP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A14 XRP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on A14 XRP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.