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S256 GGU

1999 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

25,595 mi
Last recorded25,595 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ER522,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS256 GGU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 25,595 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 25,500 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 25,383 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 25,050 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 24,736 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 24,314 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 23,975 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 23,689 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 22,930 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 22,751 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 22,447 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 22,411 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 22,070 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 22,070 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 21,856 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 20,280 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 17,760 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 17,274 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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S256 GGU is a 1999 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 22,725 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 S256 GGU, 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 27 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 S256 GGU registered?

S256 GGU is a 1999 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 January 1999.

Is S256 GGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S256 GGU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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