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P805 DAO

1996 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,085 mi
Last recorded35,085 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2013
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ER527,627 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP805 DAO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2013 35,085 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 32,255 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 19,999 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Mar 2011 19,999 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

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

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake drum(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear cush drive worn

Pass 27 Oct 2009 19,649 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 19,115 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 18,899 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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P805 DAO is a 1996 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P805 DAO, 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.

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What year was P805 DAO registered?

P805 DAO is a 1996 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 18 November 1996.

Is P805 DAO safe to buy?

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