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AO02 NKS

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

15,594 mi
Last recorded15,594 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 NKS
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 15,594 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 15,594 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 15,567 miles

Front 110/70/R17. 3mm. Rear 130/70/R17. 6mm.

N/S/R body panel slightly loose.

Pass 4 Aug 2015 9,084 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 9,084 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 7,793 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 6,711 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 6,711 miles

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

No reserve travel on front brake.

Pass 2 Jul 2011 6,281 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 4,110 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2010 4,110 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 1,694 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 1,673 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 1,170 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 555 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 10 Mar 2006 555 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake drum(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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AO02 NKS is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AO02 NKS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO02 NKS registered?

AO02 NKS is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 26 March 2002.

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The MOT history for AO02 NKS shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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