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R193 HVW

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,179 mi
Last recorded8,179 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR193 HVW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 8,179 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 4,418 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2024 4,195 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 4,077 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 3,811 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 3,582 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 3,232 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 3,232 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 3,228 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 2,773 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 2,579 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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R193 HVW is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R193 HVW, 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 R193 HVW?

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What year was R193 HVW registered?

R193 HVW is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R193 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R193 HVW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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