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DG02 GZN

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,025 mi
Last recorded48,025 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 GZN
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 48,025 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2019 48,025 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 46,103 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 45,339 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 43,913 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 42,839 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 41,136 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 41,136 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 39,698 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Oct 2011 38,225 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2011 38,225 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 35,945 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 34,904 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 32,725 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 9 Oct 2007 32,725 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 31,319 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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DG02 GZN is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DG02 GZN, 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 DG02 GZN registered?

DG02 GZN is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 10 April 2002.

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