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R307 CGY

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

52,561 mi
Last recorded52,561 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR307 CGY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 52,561 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 51,627 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 50,272 miles

Rear Drive chain rivet link is slightly damage but not dangerous

Pass 26 Aug 2022 49,416 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 48,843 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 48,065 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 46,955 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 46,044 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 45,239 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 44,470 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 43,605 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 42,025 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 42,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 41,096 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 40,956 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 40,647 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 40,647 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 39,114 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 36,267 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 33,384 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 31,300 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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R307 CGY is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 R307 CGY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R307 CGY registered?

R307 CGY is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R307 CGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R307 CGY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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