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R352 TLX

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,502 mi
Last recorded78,502 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR352 TLX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 78,502 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 78,501 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Front suspension spring incomplete (2.2.1b(I))

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 76,246 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

near side chain adjuster loose

Pass 17 Jun 2011 71,603 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 64,868 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 59,134 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 59,134 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 52,270 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 36,867 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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R352 TLX is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R352 TLX, 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.

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What year was R352 TLX registered?

R352 TLX is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R352 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R352 TLX shows 9 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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