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K701 WVR

1992 Kawasaki EN500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,940 mi
Last recorded45,940 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki EN50019,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK701 WVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 45,940 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2026 45,935 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 43,749 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 43,749 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 43,536 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 40,416 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 40,292 miles

clutch stuck solid

Pass 22 Jul 2014 36,070 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 36,070 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 31,919 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 31,695 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 28,978 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 27,115 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 26,721 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 25,029 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 23,094 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 18,885 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 27 May 2006 18,800 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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K701 WVR is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 19,725 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 K701 WVR, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K701 WVR registered?

K701 WVR is a 1992 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 October 1992.

Is K701 WVR safe to buy?

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