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BN52 EKB

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

43,716 mi
Last recorded43,716 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 EKB
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2013 43,716 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 43,716 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 39,116 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 32,277 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

r/h rear foot peg worn.

Fail 16 Feb 2011 32,277 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

r/h rear foot peg worn.

Pass 20 Jan 2010 35,520 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 38,883 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2008 38,880 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2007 28,713 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 32,380 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 25,534 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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BN52 EKB is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BN52 EKB, 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 BN52 EKB registered?

BN52 EKB is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 November 2002.

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