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AO51 MLX

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,765 mi
Last recorded35,765 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 MLX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 35,765 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 34,826 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2015 34,811 miles

Brake disc(s) cracked front (3.2.A1g)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute both sides (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 33,403 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 25 Apr 2012 33,348 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 33,348 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 29,183 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 24,874 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2010 24,874 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 22,188 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 22,175 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 10,262 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 10,210 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 MLX is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MLX, 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 MLX registered?

AO51 MLX is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is AO51 MLX safe to buy?

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