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K891 YDV

1993 Kawasaki EN500

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,113 mi
Last recorded36,113 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EN50019,783 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK891 YDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 36,113 miles

Front tyre beginning to perish

Pass 11 Feb 2022 36,106 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 36,094 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2013 35,233 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 34,854 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2011 34,854 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

Fail 28 May 2010 34,375 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 28 May 2010 34,375 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 28 May 2009 32,807 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 28 May 2009 32,807 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 28,434 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Sep 2005 19,908 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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K891 YDV is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500 in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 K891 YDV, 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 K891 YDV registered?

K891 YDV is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K891 YDV safe to buy?

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