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R185 NDM

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

20,579 mi
Last recorded20,579 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR185 NDM
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 20,579 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 18,554 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 15,557 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 13,295 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 11,657 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 11,657 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 11,646 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 11,637 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 11,631 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 11,617 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 11,490 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 11,224 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 11,162 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 11,085 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 10,764 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 10,729 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 10,694 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 10,551 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 10,368 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 10,096 miles

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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R185 NDM is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 R185 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R185 NDM?

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What year was R185 NDM registered?

R185 NDM is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R185 NDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R185 NDM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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