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P103 ERR

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,289 mi
Last recorded53,289 miles
Recorded on4 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP103 ERR
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2024 53,289 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 52,117 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 51,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 51,379 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2020 51,148 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 49,823 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2019 49,823 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2016 49,417 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 49,119 miles

gators fitted cannot check fork seals

Pass 7 Feb 2014 47,448 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Gators fitted so cannot check fork seals

Fail 7 Feb 2014 47,448 miles

Centre Rear Upper Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Gators fitted so cannot check fork seals

Pass 12 Nov 2012 45,387 miles

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 44,283 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 43,435 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 42,641 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 39,214 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 36,080 miles

rear sprocket carrier bearing and rubbers worn

Pass 17 Oct 2005 33,217 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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P103 ERR is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P103 ERR, 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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P103 ERR is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 24 February 1997.

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