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R377 HTM

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,634 mi
Last recorded24,634 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR377 HTM
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 24,634 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 22,720 miles

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 22,718 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 20,576 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

O/S Rear indicator loose.

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 18,167 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 24 Apr 2023 18,167 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering forks twisted (2.4 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside headlamp mount loose

headlamp adjuster not working

Pass 10 Oct 2015 16,099 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 15,297 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 14,662 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 13,473 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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R377 HTM is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 R377 HTM, 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 R377 HTM registered?

R377 HTM is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 13 June 1998.

Is R377 HTM safe to buy?

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