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P196 LKE

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,783 mi
Last recorded25,783 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP196 LKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 25,783 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 21,647 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Drum slightly warped (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 21,470 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2023 21,469 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Cush drives worn

Pass 12 Jun 2018 21,078 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 18,457 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 14,334 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 10,968 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 8,524 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 6,186 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 6,130 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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P196 LKE is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 P196 LKE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P196 LKE registered?

P196 LKE is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P196 LKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P196 LKE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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