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P853 YWU

1997 Kawasaki EN500

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

29,473 mi
Last recorded29,473 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki EN50014,885 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP853 YWU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 29,473 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 29,461 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 29,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2015 29,205 miles

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 28,893 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 28,450 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 27,878 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 27,335 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 27,018 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 26,361 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 25 Jun 2009 26,340 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 25,861 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 25,531 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 25,115 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 25,096 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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P853 YWU is a 1997 Kawasaki EN500 in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 14,885 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 P853 YWU, 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 29 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 P853 YWU registered?

P853 YWU is a 1997 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 13 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P853 YWU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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