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Y701 KDK

2001 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

13,240 mi
Last recorded13,240 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki EN50013,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY701 KDK
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2025 13,240 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to condition of tyre (1.2.1 (g))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 13,174 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 12,685 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 11,161 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 9,561 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 8,350 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 6,663 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 6,151 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 5,709 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 5,368 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 4,857 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 4,576 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 4,566 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 4,530 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 4,472 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 4,678 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 4,340 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 4,243 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 4,229 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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Y701 KDK is a 2001 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 13,838 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 Y701 KDK, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y701 KDK registered?

Y701 KDK is a 2001 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y701 KDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y701 KDK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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