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R387 UFJ

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,733 mi
Last recorded52,733 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR387 UFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 52,733 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 52,504 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 48,890 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 48,630 miles

front mud guard damaged

Fail 29 Nov 2013 48,217 miles

Centre Front Upper Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Centre Rear Upper Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension fouling which affects the movement of the front suspension. (2.3.6a)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 48,217 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 47,882 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 44,833 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 41,534 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 36,273 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 28,273 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 18,169 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 18,009 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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R387 UFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 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 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 R387 UFJ, 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 R387 UFJ registered?

R387 UFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 24 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R387 UFJ 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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