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AF02 ZSV

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

38,079 mi
Last recorded38,079 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 ZSV
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 38,079 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 38,065 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 May 2016 27,707 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 24,291 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 24,151 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2014 21,176 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 19,208 miles

rear suspension movement slightly stiff

Fail 2 Mar 2013 19,208 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

rear suspension movement slightly stiff

Pass 29 Jul 2011 19,080 miles

centre stand and frame has corrosion

chain a bit loose

front brake pads getting low

front tyre on wear limit

rear brake squeaks when applied on roller tester

Pass 13 Jul 2010 18,487 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 17,424 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 16,222 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2008 16,204 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 12,095 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 12,093 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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AF02 ZSV is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 19,604 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 AF02 ZSV, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF02 ZSV registered?

AF02 ZSV is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 4 May 2002.

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