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YK52 RPM

2003 Kawasaki EN500

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,368 mi
Last recorded12,368 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki EN50010,672 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK52 RPM
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 12,368 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 12,169 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 12,165 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 May 2016 11,511 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 11,511 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2015 11,506 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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YK52 RPM is a 2003 Kawasaki EN500 in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 10,672 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 YK52 RPM, 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 23 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 YK52 RPM registered?

YK52 RPM is a 2003 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is YK52 RPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK52 RPM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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