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T104 HFJ

1999 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

55,064 mi
Last recorded55,064 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ER522,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT104 HFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 55,064 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 54,789 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 54,234 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 53,415 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 52,571 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 51,019 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 49,343 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 47,933 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 46,680 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 44,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 43,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 40,765 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 40,751 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 40,751 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 36,680 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 20 Aug 2008 36,680 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Sep 2007 32,753 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 32,753 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 27,362 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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T104 HFJ is a 1999 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 T104 HFJ, 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 T104 HFJ registered?

T104 HFJ is a 1999 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 16 June 1999.

Is T104 HFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T104 HFJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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