MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,030 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Front brake lever travel poor.
L/H grip needs fixing better to the handlebars.
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R145 XVU is a 1997 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 1997 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 26,076 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R145 XVU, 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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How do I check the history of R145 XVU?
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What year was R145 XVU registered?
R145 XVU is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 September 1997.
Is R145 XVU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R145 XVU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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