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R197 SKW

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,499 mi
Last recorded7,499 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR197 SKW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2019 7,499 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded Pitting to stanchions but not leaking (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 7,487 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 7,385 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 7,274 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 7,180 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 7,128 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 7,043 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 6,950 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 6,912 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 6,843 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 6,719 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 6,573 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 6,412 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 6,137 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 5,895 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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R197 SKW is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R197 SKW, 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 R197 SKW registered?

R197 SKW is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R197 SKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R197 SKW shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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