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R344 NVT

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

22,516 mi
Last recorded22,516 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR344 NVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 22,516 miles

Rear REAR TYRE HAS AGE RELATED CRACKS

Pass 30 Jun 2025 22,469 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 22,257 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 22,137 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Side stand pivot worn !!

Fail 29 Jun 2023 22,125 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Side stand pivot worn !!

Pass 25 Feb 2021 22,016 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable twisted (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 21,657 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 21,147 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 20,432 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged starting to split (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 19,877 miles

Swing arm corroded on underside

Fail 9 Jun 2016 19,877 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Swing arm corroded on underside

Pass 10 Jun 2015 19,393 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 18,766 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 18,766 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 18,529 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 18,529 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 15,316 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock movement stiff.

Pass 10 Dec 2010 15,295 miles

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)

Fail 22 Nov 2010 15,294 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 15,275 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 15,225 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 15,096 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 14,698 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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R344 NVT is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R344 NVT, 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 R344 NVT registered?

R344 NVT is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R344 NVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R344 NVT shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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