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R335 SFR

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,856 mi
Last recorded28,856 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR335 SFR
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 28,856 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2016 28,721 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2015 26,055 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 5 Jan 2015 26,054 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 25,620 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 25,310 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 25,310 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 24,085 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 24,083 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 23,590 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 23,134 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 22,314 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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R335 SFR is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R335 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 R335 SFR registered?

R335 SFR is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is R335 SFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R335 SFR 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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