MOT Status
ValidMileage
2,596 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Rear All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R259 FWV is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R259 FWV, 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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How do I check the history of R259 FWV?
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What year was R259 FWV registered?
R259 FWV is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 30 September 1997.
Is R259 FWV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R259 FWV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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