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R184 CVX

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

36,401 mi
Last recorded36,401 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR184 CVX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 36,401 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 33,160 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Rear tubless valve slightly perrished & split (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 May 2024 27,757 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil R & L shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 24,636 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front & rear tyres have slight cracking in side walls - no exposed ply or cords

Pass 28 Jun 2017 24,547 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 24,496 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 24,444 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear cush drive slightly worn.

Pass 30 Aug 2013 24,438 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 24,370 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 24,358 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 24,358 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2009 24,320 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 24,320 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 24,157 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 23,206 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 23,206 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 21,779 miles

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

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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R184 CVX is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 26,076 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 R184 CVX, 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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What year was R184 CVX registered?

R184 CVX is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 26 November 1997.

Is R184 CVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R184 CVX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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