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R380 TEW

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,747 mi
Last recorded68,747 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR380 TEW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2013 68,747 miles

rear tyre needs changing just legal at time of test.front tyre needs changing just legal at time of test

Pass 30 Mar 2012 62,680 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 61,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2011 61,487 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 58,908 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 54,650 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 May 2008 54,573 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 May 2007 51,030 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 44,387 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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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R380 TEW is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R380 TEW, 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 R380 TEW registered?

R380 TEW is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 5 May 1998.

Is R380 TEW safe to buy?

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