Kawasaki ER5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 498 cc

T397 EWRMOT history

T397 EWR is a green petrol Kawasaki ER5 first used on 23 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 26,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2025
Mileage
26,676 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2024
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T397 EWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ER5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T397 EWR was last recorded at 26,676 miles on 30 Nov 2024, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,665 miles · 21 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 26,676 miles
  • 2023 – 26,665 miles
  • 2022 – 24,940 miles
  • 2021 – 22,702 miles
  • 2014 – 22,616 miles
  • 2013 – 22,530 miles
  • 2012 – 21,794 miles
  • 2011 – 21,376 miles
  • 2010 – 20,808 miles
  • 2008 – 20,194 miles
  • 2007 – 19,221 miles
  • 2006 – 17,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass26,676 miles
  • AdvisoryChain guard missing
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Steering headbearing has slight free play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass26,676 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    26,676 miles
    Test number
    978834377172
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass26,665 miles (+1,725)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    26,665 miles
    Test number
    250870608356
    • MinorRear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  3. Pass24,940 miles (+2,238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    24,940 miles
    Test number
    448836256053
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass22,702 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    22,702 miles
    Test number
    915586650683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass22,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    22,616 miles
    Test number
    219645754090
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  6. Fail22,616 miles (+86)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,616 miles
    Test number
    495945054067
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  7. Pass22,530 miles (+736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    22,530 miles
    Test number
    189693363499
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  8. Pass21,794 miles (+418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,794 miles
    Test number
    479145552046
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  9. Pass21,376 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,376 miles
    Test number
    576023161023
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  10. Fail21,376 miles (+568)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,376 miles
    Test number
    979193761095
    • Repaired at testFront Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  11. Pass20,808 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    20,808 miles
    Test number
    801783680083
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  12. Fail20,808 miles (+614)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,808 miles
    Test number
    811621580095
    • FailureRear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  13. Pass20,194 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,194 miles
    Test number
    700585388080
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  14. Fail20,194 miles (+973)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,194 miles
    Test number
    412477278086
    • FailureFront shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  15. Pass19,221 miles (+1,302)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,221 miles
    Test number
    564776477038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    17,919 miles
    Test number
    182548956073
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  17. Fail17,919 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,919 miles
    Test number
    494838056061
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Questions about T397 EWR

Does T397 EWR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T397 EWR expired on 29 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T397 EWR?
The MOT on T397 EWR expired on 29 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T397 EWR done?
T397 EWR was recorded at 26,676 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2024, an average of 467 miles a year.
Has T397 EWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T397 EWR has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2014.
Has the mileage on T397 EWR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T397 EWR find?
T397 EWR passed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2024 with 2 advisories: chain guard missing; front tyre worn close to the legal limit.

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