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S858 LLR

1999 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

45,557 mi
Last recorded45,557 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2013
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ER522,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS858 LLR
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2013 45,557 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 45,186 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2012 45,186 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 12 May 2012 44,803 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2012 44,803 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 40,120 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 37,630 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 37,630 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 35,118 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 30,196 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 30,196 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 27,386 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 27,342 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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S858 LLR is a 1999 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 S858 LLR, 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.

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What year was S858 LLR registered?

S858 LLR is a 1999 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 5 January 1999.

Is S858 LLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S858 LLR shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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