MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
46,892 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
main beam warning light not working
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear 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))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P229 LYA is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 P229 LYA, 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 P229 LYA registered?
P229 LYA is a 1997 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 11 January 1997.
Is P229 LYA safe to buy?
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