MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
77,923 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear brake squeaks loud on tester needs cleaning
split pin on rear axle needs replacing
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R412 SWN is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 R412 SWN, 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 R412 SWN registered?
R412 SWN is a 1998 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 March 1998.
Is R412 SWN safe to buy?
The MOT history for R412 SWN shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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