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CX51 KTU

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

30,368 mi
Last recorded30,368 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX51 KTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 30,368 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 30,368 miles

Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied front (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 28,084 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 26,124 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 26,124 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 26,113 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 24,623 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 24,243 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 23,994 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 23,965 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 23,352 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 23,352 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2005 18,797 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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CX51 KTU is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 CX51 KTU, 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 CX51 KTU registered?

CX51 KTU is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 2 February 2002.

Is CX51 KTU safe to buy?

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