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R167 NDM

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,003 mi
Last recorded59,003 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR167 NDM
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2013 59,003 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 56,790 miles

Clutch lever pivot worn

Rear brake pedal has long travel

Fail 7 Jun 2012 56,790 miles

Clutch lever pivot worn

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear brake pedal has long travel

Pass 13 May 2011 53,750 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 May 2010 50,980 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 14 May 2009 47,060 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 42,616 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 39,775 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 35,754 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 35,754 miles

Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear 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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R167 NDM is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Red 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 R167 NDM, 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.

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What year was R167 NDM registered?

R167 NDM is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 16 April 1998.

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