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K431 NMB

1993 Kawasaki EN500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,535 mi
Last recorded21,535 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EN50019,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK431 NMB
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 21,535 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 21,501 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 21,399 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 20,927 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 20,671 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 19,962 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 19,962 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2013 19,653 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 19,381 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 19,199 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 19,199 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 18,883 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 18,533 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 18,309 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 18,309 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 8 Aug 2006 18,161 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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K431 NMB is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 K431 NMB, 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.

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What year was K431 NMB registered?

K431 NMB is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K431 NMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K431 NMB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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