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R26 OTH

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

44,955 mi
Last recorded44,955 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 OTH
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2014 44,955 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 44,955 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 35,111 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 25,314 miles

rear brake drom slightly eliptical.

Pass 12 Apr 2011 23,976 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 23,974 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 21,969 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 21,968 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 18,520 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 15,270 miles

rear sprocket cush drive is badly worn

Pass 9 Dec 2006 13,761 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 12,112 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 12,112 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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R26 OTH is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R26 OTH, 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 R26 OTH registered?

R26 OTH is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R26 OTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 OTH shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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