MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,374 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Chain guard missing
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P178 SMX is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.
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 P178 SMX, 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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How do I check the history of P178 SMX?
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What year was P178 SMX registered?
P178 SMX is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 19 May 1997.
Is P178 SMX safe to buy?
The MOT history for P178 SMX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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