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R228 XKU

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

34,135 mi
Last recorded34,135 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 XKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 34,135 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 34,056 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 28,467 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 22,866 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 16,639 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 12,313 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 11,877 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 11,668 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 11,370 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 May 2010 10,876 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 10,575 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 10,310 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 9,805 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 9,493 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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R228 XKU is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R228 XKU, 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

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What year was R228 XKU registered?

R228 XKU is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R228 XKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R228 XKU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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