MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,056 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
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R173 HWW is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R173 HWW, 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 R173 HWW registered?
R173 HWW is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 26 May 1998.
Is R173 HWW safe to buy?
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