MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,853 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front position lamp inoperative
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under seat area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
battery insecure
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))
Rear tyre small cut but not exposing cords
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R221 KWO is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.
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 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 R221 KWO, 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.
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What year was R221 KWO registered?
R221 KWO is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 28 May 1998.
Is R221 KWO safe to buy?
The MOT history for R221 KWO shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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