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K522 DEG

1993 Kawasaki EN500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

12,060 mi
Last recorded12,060 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EN50019,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK522 DEG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 12,060 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 10,914 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 10,907 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 10,341 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 10,298 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2020 10,293 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 10,212 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 10,097 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 9,993 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 9,755 miles

Front tyre is starting to perish

Pass 9 Sep 2015 9,514 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 9,514 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 9,262 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 8,955 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 8,955 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2012 8,633 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 8,477 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 8,367 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 8,345 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 8,118 miles

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

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

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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K522 DEG is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 19,783 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 K522 DEG, 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 33 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 K522 DEG registered?

K522 DEG is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 11 March 1993.

Is K522 DEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K522 DEG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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