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P639 LND

1996 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

35,562 mi
Last recorded35,562 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ER527,627 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP639 LND
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 35,562 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 33,105 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2023 33,105 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 33,024 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Slight perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 8 Jul 2022 33,024 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Slight perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 33,022 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 33,022 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Aug 2012 33,018 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 32,986 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 32,986 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 32,849 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 32,849 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2007 32,461 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 32,453 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 31,654 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 30,325 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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P639 LND is a 1996 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 27,627 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P639 LND, 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 30 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 P639 LND registered?

P639 LND is a 1996 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 29 October 1996.

Is P639 LND safe to buy?

The MOT history for P639 LND shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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