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R917 LDY

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

37,366 mi
Last recorded37,366 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR917 LDY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 37,366 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 37,199 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 36,964 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 36,627 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 36,107 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 35,068 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 34,855 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2015 34,855 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 34,103 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 33,991 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 3,991 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Fail 9 Jul 2010 33,226 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 33,226 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 32,269 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 31,323 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 30,367 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2006 30,138 miles

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

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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R917 LDY is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 26,076 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R917 LDY, 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 29 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 R917 LDY registered?

R917 LDY is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R917 LDY safe to buy?

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