MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,316 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear tyre perished
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear tyre perished
Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500-A1?
Based on 684 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R78 MRX is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R78 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 R78 MRX registered?
R78 MRX is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1, first registered on 11 September 1997.
Is R78 MRX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R78 MRX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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