MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,910 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)
Chain guard missing
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500-A1?
Based on 684 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P977 LJW is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 25,516 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 Er 500-A1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P977 LJW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki Er 500-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Er 500-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P977 LJW registered?
P977 LJW is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1, first registered on 13 March 1997.
Is P977 LJW safe to buy?
The MOT history for P977 LJW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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