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P236 TFM

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

35,435 mi
Last recorded35,435 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP236 TFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 35,435 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 35,360 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 33,161 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 31,189 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 31,040 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2012 31,032 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 7 May 2011 29,554 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 24,760 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 21,785 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 16,219 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 16,130 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 15,137 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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P236 TFM is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P236 TFM, 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 P236 TFM registered?

P236 TFM is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is P236 TFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P236 TFM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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