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R287 SFR

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,156 mi
Last recorded31,156 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR287 SFR
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 31,156 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

rear shock casing slightly corroded

Pass 19 May 2020 31,012 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 30,401 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Feb 2018 30,401 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 26,488 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 25,889 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 25,451 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 24,768 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 24,015 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 23,487 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 22,785 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 21,415 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2008 21,415 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 19,919 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 18,855 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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R287 SFR is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R287 SFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R287 SFR registered?

R287 SFR is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 18 May 1998.

Is R287 SFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R287 SFR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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