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R96 EMX

1997 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,016 mi
Last recorded17,016 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ER526,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR96 EMX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 17,016 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 16,399 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 16,399 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 15,550 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 14,925 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 13,642 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 12,340 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 11,423 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 10,369 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 10,369 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 8,191 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 6,016 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 4,854 miles

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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R96 EMX is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R96 EMX, 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.

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What year was R96 EMX registered?

R96 EMX is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 9 December 1997.

Is R96 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R96 EMX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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