MOT Status
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50,001 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Stop lamp not working from front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
cush drive rubbers worn
Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
cush drive rubbers worn
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
rear brake adjustment high
Centre Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
rear brake adjustment high
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
there is a lot of travel in rear pedal, but not enough to warrant failure.
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BU53 TVT is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 2004 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 18,240 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 BU53 TVT, 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 22 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was BU53 TVT registered?
BU53 TVT is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 February 2004.
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