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P221 MEH

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

14,969 mi
Last recorded14,969 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP221 MEH
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 14,969 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 14,904 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 14,261 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 13,738 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 12,463 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 11,355 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 11,049 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 10,685 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 10,685 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2015 10,296 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 9,681 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 8,979 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 8,387 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 7,771 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 7,186 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 6,697 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 6,120 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 5,577 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 4,994 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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P221 MEH 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 94.7%.

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 P221 MEH, 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 P221 MEH registered?

P221 MEH is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P221 MEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P221 MEH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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