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P140 THY

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,623 mi
Last recorded43,623 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP140 THY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2015 43,623 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 7 Nov 2015 43,623 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 39,006 miles

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 34,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 29,274 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 25,890 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear suspension movement stiff

Pass 18 Jun 2011 24,045 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 19,754 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

cush drive rubbers slightly worn

Pass 7 Jul 2009 14,747 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 10,112 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 7,007 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 2,746 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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P140 THY is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 P140 THY, 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 P140 THY registered?

P140 THY is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 10 January 1997.

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