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R366 NFG

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

44,756 mi
Last recorded44,756 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR366 NFG
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 44,756 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 44,695 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 43,941 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 43,800 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 42,063 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 39,296 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 36,726 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 33,589 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 31,310 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 30,934 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 30,934 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 30,372 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 30,361 miles

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

Nearside Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Offside Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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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R366 NFG is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R366 NFG, 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 R366 NFG registered?

R366 NFG is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is R366 NFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R366 NFG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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