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R23 EGK

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

467,798 mi
Last recorded467,798 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 EGK
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 467,798 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 46,655 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 46,194 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Has tight spots in its circumference. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear wheel cush drive has freeplay but not excessive

Pass 26 Apr 2018 41,628 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 38,833 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 38,833 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing Split pin missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 36,760 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering side panels (2.1.2e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 35,949 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 31,659 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jan 2011 22,413 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 12,892 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 12,892 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 5,980 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 3,796 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 3,202 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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R23 EGK is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 R23 EGK, 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

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What year was R23 EGK registered?

R23 EGK is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 13 September 1997.

Is R23 EGK safe to buy?

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