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P450 GAN

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

46,941 mi
Last recorded46,941 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP450 GAN
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 46,941 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 44,740 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 44,681 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 44,624 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 44,398 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 44,162 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 44,040 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 43,835 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 43,305 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 40,889 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 40,373 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 40,127 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

slight damage to pillion footrest (offside)

small cut in rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2011 37,633 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 37,633 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Oil on rear tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2010 33,721 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 31,193 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 28,761 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 27,888 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 27,144 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Mar 2006 27,144 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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P450 GAN is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P450 GAN, 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 P450 GAN registered?

P450 GAN is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is P450 GAN safe to buy?

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