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AO51 MKX

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

55,290 mi
Last recorded55,290 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 MKX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 55,290 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 55,051 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 53,983 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 53,384 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 52,824 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 48,124 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 42,288 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 37,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 37,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 32,890 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 30,447 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 20,144 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 15,779 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 15,779 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 23 May 2012 14,851 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 23 May 2012 14,851 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 14,028 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 13,754 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 13,485 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 12,712 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 12,712 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 12,044 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 12,044 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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AO51 MKX is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 20,105 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 AO51 MKX, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO51 MKX registered?

AO51 MKX is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 10 November 2001.

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