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R34 EGK

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,373 mi
Last recorded33,373 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR34 EGK
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 33,373 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2024 33,373 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 33,372 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 33,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2020 30,908 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 26,364 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 18,511 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 17,873 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 15,588 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 15,086 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 15,086 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2013 14,723 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 12,538 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 12,222 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 12,222 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 7,790 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 7,790 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 7,778 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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R34 EGK is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R34 EGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R34 EGK registered?

R34 EGK is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R34 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R34 EGK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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