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K123 CAG

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

12,890 mi
Last recorded12,890 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK123 CAG
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 12,890 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 21,932 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 21,658 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 21,458 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 21,441 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 21,393 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 21,393 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil front both (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 18,962 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 17,839 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 17,836 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 17,632 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 17,586 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 16,568 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 14,068 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 11,515 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 7,540 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 5,233 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?

Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
1,017
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
6,087
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,027
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 880
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 668
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 550
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K123 CAG is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 26,076 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ER5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K123 CAG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER5 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K123 CAG registered?

K123 CAG is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 2 January 1997.

Is K123 CAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K123 CAG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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