MOT Status
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82,358 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))
Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy with front wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Brake rod insecure split pin missing (1.1.15 (c))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy with front wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecurely attached bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear tyre starting to crack on sidewall
small cuts in front tyre
Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Centre Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
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R238 UWL is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Orange with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 R238 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 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 R238 UWL registered?
R238 UWL is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 14 January 1998.
Is R238 UWL safe to buy?
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