MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
54,494 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
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P115 OBY 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 66.7%.
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 P115 OBY, 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 P115 OBY registered?
P115 OBY is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 30 May 1997.
Is P115 OBY safe to buy?
The MOT history for P115 OBY shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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