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R348 EJO

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,294 mi
Last recorded25,294 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR348 EJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 25,294 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 15,549 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 15,366 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 13,349 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 11,741 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Jun 2009 10,453 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 9,671 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 9,671 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 May 2007 9,330 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 9,330 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 9,088 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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R348 EJO 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 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R348 EJO, 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 R348 EJO registered?

R348 EJO is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R348 EJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R348 EJO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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