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L30 JFM

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,290 mi
Last recorded40,290 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL30 JFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 40,290 miles

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

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

front tyre perished

oil leak

Fail 22 Feb 2021 40,290 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

front tyre perished

oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2019 39,163 miles

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

front tyre perished

oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2018 38,847 miles

steering movement rough

Pass 13 Jun 2017 37,749 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 37,027 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 36,122 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear tyre sidewall perished and split, recomend replacment

Pass 3 Jul 2013 34,988 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 21 Sep 2011 34,195 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 28 Aug 2008 31,200 miles

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 1 Aug 2007 29,790 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 29,610 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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L30 JFM is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 25,438 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 L30 JFM, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L30 JFM registered?

L30 JFM is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 28 March 1998.

Is L30 JFM safe to buy?

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