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R39 KCD

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

22,933 mi
Last recorded22,933 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 KCD
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 22,933 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 22,925 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 22 Apr 2016 22,869 miles

Front brake disc corroded

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded

Offside Rear coil spring corroded

Pass 3 Jan 2015 22,846 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

chain guard mounting broken

Fail 3 Jan 2015 22,846 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

chain guard mounting broken

Pass 19 Oct 2013 22,124 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 21,553 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 21,268 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 19,274 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 18,701 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 18,701 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Centre Rear Lower Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Centre Rear Lower Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 18,454 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 18,319 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 18,141 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 18,141 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear 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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R39 KCD is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 R39 KCD, 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 R39 KCD registered?

R39 KCD is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R39 KCD safe to buy?

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