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P149 HTW

1996 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

15,800 mi
Last recorded15,800 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ER527,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP149 HTW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 15,800 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 15,566 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 11 Nov 2016 15,566 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 15,037 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 14,978 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 14,978 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 14,856 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 14,856 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 14,699 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 14,699 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 11 Nov 2011 14,539 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 14,539 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 14,393 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 14,176 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 14,176 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 13,579 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 9,648 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 15 Nov 2007 9,648 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 7,149 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 5,795 miles

number plate cracked

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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P149 HTW is a 1996 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 27,627 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 P149 HTW, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P149 HTW registered?

P149 HTW is a 1996 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 December 1996.

Is P149 HTW safe to buy?

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