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K791 ESG

1993 Kawasaki EN500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,262 mi
Last recorded15,262 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EN50019,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK791 ESG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 15,262 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 15,246 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 15,246 miles

Front Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 15,180 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 15,134 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 15,126 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014
Pass 24 Apr 2012 15,101 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2011 14,883 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 13,725 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 May 2008 13,725 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 12,745 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
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K791 ESG is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K791 ESG, 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

How do I check the history of K791 ESG?

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What year was K791 ESG registered?

K791 ESG is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 3 March 1993.

Is K791 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K791 ESG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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