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R113 VLH

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,026 mi
Last recorded12,026 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR113 VLH
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2015 12,026 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 11,769 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 10,407 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 30 Sep 2010 9,417 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 9,417 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 7,175 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 5,501 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre sidewalls are cracking

Pass 22 Mar 2007 5,496 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 5,496 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 5,018 miles

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

front ytyre sidewall cracking

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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R113 VLH is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 25,438 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 R113 VLH, 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 28 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 R113 VLH registered?

R113 VLH is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is R113 VLH safe to buy?

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