MOT Status
ValidMileage
52,870 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front tyre slightly out of shape and close to the limit in places
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
cut in rear tyre
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R255 FGY is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 R255 FGY, 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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How do I check the history of R255 FGY?
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What year was R255 FGY registered?
R255 FGY is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 11 June 1998.
Is R255 FGY safe to buy?
The MOT history for R255 FGY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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