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P844 KWE

1996 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,932 mi
Last recorded29,932 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2014
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ER527,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP844 KWE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2014 29,932 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 29,932 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Mar 2013 29,705 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 27,657 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 19,828 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 16,517 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 16,200 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 15,358 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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P844 KWE is a 1996 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P844 KWE, 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 P844 KWE registered?

P844 KWE is a 1996 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 December 1996.

Is P844 KWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P844 KWE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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