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R351 LBD

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,850 mi
Last recorded37,850 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR351 LBD
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 25 May 2021 37,850 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 36,560 miles

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sub frame and swing arm has slight corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 35,133 miles

fr and rr tyres old and perished

Pass 5 Jun 2018 34,293 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 33,151 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 31,343 miles

Centre Front Lower Fork sliders worn but not ecessively

Centre Front Upper Head bearings slightly notchy

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension quite "hard"

Offside Rear Lower Suspension quite hard

Pass 13 Jun 2015 29,207 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 29,090 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 29,022 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 28,728 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 27,916 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 24,392 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 24,106 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 21,409 miles

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

chain needs lubrication

Pass 15 May 2006 19,771 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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R351 LBD is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R351 LBD, 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 R351 LBD registered?

R351 LBD is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 20 April 1998.

Is R351 LBD safe to buy?

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