MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,761 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Swing Arm (6.1.1a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Ignition switch faulty
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Swing Arm (6.1.1a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Ignition switch faulty
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P188 DFJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 P188 DFJ, 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 P188 DFJ registered?
P188 DFJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 6 April 1997.
Is P188 DFJ safe to buy?
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