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R370 DTU

1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,602 mi
Last recorded11,602 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A125,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR370 DTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500-A1
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 11,602 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 11,050 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 10,485 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 May 2023 10,013 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 7,126 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 6,639 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 5,894 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 4,852 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 4,163 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 4,091 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 3,499 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 3,068 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 3,056 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500-A1?

Based on 684 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
1,162
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 12
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
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R370 DTU is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 25,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Er 500-A1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R370 DTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Er 500-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Er 500-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R370 DTU registered?

R370 DTU is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1, first registered on 10 November 1997.

Is R370 DTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R370 DTU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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