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AV02 PVL

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

17,317 mi
Last recorded17,317 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 PVL
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2018 17,317 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 16,260 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2017 16,260 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 9 Sep 2017 16,192 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 15,944 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 14,864 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2015 14,864 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 14,398 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 13,602 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 13,595 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 120,849 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 11,798 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2011 11,798 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 10,951 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

headlamp aim on low limit

rear wheel drive dampers showing slight wear

Pass 12 Jun 2009 9,191 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 7,746 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 7,573 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 7,458 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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AV02 PVL is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AV02 PVL, 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 AV02 PVL registered?

AV02 PVL is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 7 June 2002.

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