MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,148 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
cush drive rubbers slightly worn
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
no lights in speedo or rev counter
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R329 PBM is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R329 PBM, 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 R329 PBM registered?
R329 PBM is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 August 1997.
Is R329 PBM safe to buy?
The MOT history for R329 PBM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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