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R118 FMY

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,380 mi
Last recorded8,380 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR118 FMY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2021 8,380 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 8,365 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 8,365 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 8,294 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 8,222 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 8,170 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 7,958 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 7,658 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 7,628 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 7,514 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 7,473 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 7,395 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 7,361 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 7,065 miles

left hand mirror fouling screen on right hand lock

Pass 26 May 2007 6,924 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 6,783 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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R118 FMY is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R118 FMY, 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 R118 FMY registered?

R118 FMY is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 21 March 1998.

Is R118 FMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R118 FMY shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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