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R101 XBU

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,677 mi
Last recorded28,677 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 XBU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2021 28,677 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 26,431 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 24,268 miles

headlamp converter fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2015 23,235 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 22,295 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 21,488 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 20,588 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 20,045 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 19,472 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 19,082 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2008 18,439 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2006 18,220 miles

Offside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R101 XBU is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R101 XBU, 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 R101 XBU registered?

R101 XBU is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R101 XBU safe to buy?

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