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R411 RVN

1998 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,748 mi
Last recorded52,748 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ER525,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR411 RVN
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 52,748 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2017 52,748 miles

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

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 51,979 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 51,192 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 49,067 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 49,067 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 45,968 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 42,811 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 37,880 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 34,095 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 29,513 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 27,010 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 25,494 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 18,889 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 18,888 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

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

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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R411 RVN is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 R411 RVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R411 RVN registered?

R411 RVN is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R411 RVN safe to buy?

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