MOT Status
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70,683 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened very firm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Drive chain worn to excess tight spots and worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Horn sound not in accordance with requirements harsh/grating (7.7 (c))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 20 kgf deflection (1.2.1 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25 kgf deflection rear drum (3.3.A1d)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. slight adjustment to left required (2.5.1)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R339 FUD is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.
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 R339 FUD, 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 R339 FUD registered?
R339 FUD is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 28 February 1998.
Is R339 FUD safe to buy?
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