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R359 CHE

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

24,004 mi
Last recorded24,004 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR359 CHE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 24,004 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 23,837 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 23,670 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 23,370 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 23,079 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 22,906 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 22,623 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 22,100 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 21,239 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 20,785 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 20,269 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 19,525 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 19,525 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 18,856 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 18,376 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2013 18,376 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 17,965 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,587 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 16,941 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 15,446 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 15,446 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 13,456 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2008 13,408 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 11,131 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 7,902 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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R359 CHE is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 R359 CHE, 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

How do I check the history of R359 CHE?

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What year was R359 CHE registered?

R359 CHE is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R359 CHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R359 CHE shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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