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T104 KBJ

1999 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,858 mi
Last recorded28,858 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ER522,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT104 KBJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 28,858 miles

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

Rear tyre slightly perished/cracked between treads. Cush drive rubbers worn.

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 May 2025 26,965 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Cush drive rubbers & sprocket carrier bearing slightly worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 25,311 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil R/H fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Cush drive rubbers worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened R & L Shock absorber damper rod pitted - not leaking (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 May 2012 24,675 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 24,675 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 10 May 2011 24,197 miles

Rear tyre has age splits on one side.

Pass 17 May 2010 23,250 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 22,163 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 21,496 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 21,496 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 4 May 2007 20,855 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2007 20,855 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 18,972 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 KBJ 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 76.9%.

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 T104 KBJ, 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 T104 KBJ registered?

T104 KBJ is a 1999 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 24 April 1999.

Is T104 KBJ safe to buy?

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