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R253 EUS

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,912 mi
Last recorded22,912 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR253 EUS
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 22,912 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 22,546 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Aug 2014 21,098 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2013 19,359 miles
Pass 7 May 2012 17,731 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 16,914 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 13,593 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 12,144 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 12,144 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 11,988 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2006 9,948 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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R253 EUS is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R253 EUS, 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.

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What year was R253 EUS registered?

R253 EUS is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R253 EUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R253 EUS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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