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P109 TMA

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

46,933 mi
Last recorded46,933 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP109 TMA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2015 46,933 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 44,897 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 43,111 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 39,959 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 39,946 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 38,878 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 37,892 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 37,892 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 34,645 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 33,133 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Aug 2008 33,133 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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P109 TMA is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P109 TMA, 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 P109 TMA registered?

P109 TMA is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is P109 TMA safe to buy?

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