MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,293 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
R206 UWL is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.
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 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 R206 UWL, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R206 UWL?
You can check the full history of R206 UWL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was R206 UWL registered?
R206 UWL is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 17 September 1997.
Is R206 UWL safe to buy?
The MOT history for R206 UWL shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R206 UWL have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R206 UWL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.