MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,513 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500-A1?
Based on 684 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R822 RSM is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 R822 RSM, 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 R822 RSM registered?
R822 RSM is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1, first registered on 8 August 1997.
Is R822 RSM safe to buy?
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