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R303 FNW

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,322 mi
Last recorded24,322 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR303 FNW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2021 24,322 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 24,293 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 22,789 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 22,190 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 21,763 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 21,047 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 20,743 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 20,654 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Oct 2013 20,648 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Jul 2007 20,601 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 19,651 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 19,651 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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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R303 FNW is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R303 FNW, 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 R303 FNW registered?

R303 FNW is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R303 FNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R303 FNW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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