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T118 STL

1999 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,208 mi
Last recorded40,208 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ER522,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT118 STL
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 40,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Feb 2021 40,069 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly STICKING ON LOCK (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 34,505 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2020 34,492 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 32,948 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame (6.1.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 31,684 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake sticking slightly (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 27,499 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 23,340 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 22,912 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 19,092 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake travel attention soon

Pass 13 Apr 2012 18,593 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 17,604 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 17,027 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 16,857 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 13,148 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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T118 STL is a 1999 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 T118 STL, 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 T118 STL registered?

T118 STL is a 1999 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 30 April 1999.

Is T118 STL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T118 STL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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