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P278 NDM

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,288 mi
Last recorded34,288 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP278 NDM
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2020 34,288 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 33,284 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 31,679 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 30,565 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 28,959 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 26,832 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 24,773 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 24,733 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 24,682 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 24,644 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 23,583 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 22,379 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 21,702 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 20,500 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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P278 NDM is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P278 NDM, 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 P278 NDM registered?

P278 NDM is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P278 NDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P278 NDM shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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