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R326 AOM

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

26,883 mi
Last recorded26,883 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR326 AOM
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Jul 2024 26,883 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork oil seal (5.3.2 (b))

Position lamp not working front side light inop (4.2.1 (a))

tyres old aged

Pass 17 Jun 2014 24,432 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 23,398 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 21,053 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 20,504 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 20,490 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Fail 25 Feb 2008 18,698 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 18,698 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 14,835 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 14,835 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 May 2006 13,815 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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R326 AOM is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 R326 AOM, 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.

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What year was R326 AOM registered?

R326 AOM is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R326 AOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R326 AOM shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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