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R734 MRX

1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,588 mi
Last recorded21,588 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A125,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR734 MRX
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500-A1
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2012 21,588 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 20,801 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 19,713 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 17,775 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 16,368 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 15,400 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 14,682 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 13,929 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500-A1?

Based on 684 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
1,162
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 12
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
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R734 MRX is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 25,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Er 500-A1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R734 MRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Er 500-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Er 500-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R734 MRX registered?

R734 MRX is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R734 MRX safe to buy?

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