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R153 UKX

1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,527 mi
Last recorded57,527 miles
Recorded on2 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A125,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR153 UKX
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500-A1
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2020 57,527 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play front wheel bearings have slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable handle bars are slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 57,386 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2009 57,357 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Fail 16 May 2008 55,634 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 May 2008 55,634 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 48,383 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500-A1?

Based on 684 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
1,162
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 12
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
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R153 UKX is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R153 UKX, 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 R153 UKX registered?

R153 UKX is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1, first registered on 22 November 1997.

Is R153 UKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R153 UKX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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