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S494 AMW

1999 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,950 mi
Last recorded13,950 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ER522,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS494 AMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2022 13,950 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 13,936 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 13,827 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 13,827 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 13,820 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 18 May 2012 13,820 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 13,464 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 10,308 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 6,551 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 376 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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S494 AMW is a 1999 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 S494 AMW, 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 S494 AMW registered?

S494 AMW is a 1999 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is S494 AMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S494 AMW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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