Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Kawasaki En?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Kawasaki En?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Kawasaki En?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Kawasaki En reliable?

Based on MOT data from 326 vehicles, the 2016 Kawasaki En has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Kawasaki En?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Kawasaki En are: Exhaust noisy (53.2% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (32.5% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (32.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Kawasaki En?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Kawasaki En (2016)

326 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.6% first-time pass rate

2016 Kawasaki En

CarHunch analysed 326 real MOT records for the 2016 Kawasaki En. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 326 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2016 Kawasaki EN is a genuinely reliable motorcycle, with a 91.6% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%. However, nearly one in five of these bikes (19.3%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a real concern for safety-critical systems like brakes or suspension.

These machines are typically ridden moderately—the median mileage of 6,901 sits low relative to the average of 8,685, suggesting mixed-use ownership patterns. With just 0.62 failures per vehicle on average but 2.6 advisories per bike, most issues are minor wear items rather than structural problems, so budget for routine maintenance but expect nothing catastrophic—just have a full brake and control inspection done before you buy.

The 2016 Kawasaki En passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (91.6%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

19.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.62

Over 6.1 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–12k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.6% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 2.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 326 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 326 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 53.2%

Exhaust noisy · Rear Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 32.5%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 20.3%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Brake wear 13%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 12.9%

Drive chain slightly loose · Rear reflector missing · Headlamp aim too high

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 8.1%

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Based on MOT data from 326 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 19.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 656 Kawasaki En vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 42.5%

279

Black 18.9%

124

Beige 14.5%

Purple 10.7%

White 8.4%

Red 2.6%

Green 1.4%

Blue 1.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Kawasaki En vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

6,901

typical

3,879

low mileage

11,754

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Kawasaki En vehicles fall between 3,879 and 11,754 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,879 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 3,879–11,754 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Kawasaki Ens sit.

⚠ Over 15,867 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Kawasaki En — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Kawasaki Ens are still being driven.

226 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 77% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.62

Avg failures per vehicle

2.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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