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DG02 JGU

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

21,868 mi
Last recorded21,868 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 JGU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 21,868 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 20,494 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose rear sprocket carrier bearing has slight free play in it (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 20,479 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 20,306 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit On limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Revs hang up slightly when throttle closed

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

Fail 19 Oct 2019 20,306 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit On limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Revs hang up slightly when throttle closed

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 19,539 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 20 Oct 2018 19,539 miles

Rear Brake drum significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 18,688 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2017 18,688 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 14,771 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 14,628 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 10,808 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 8,137 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 6,382 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 6,292 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2011 6,292 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 6,243 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 5,790 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 5,479 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 JGU is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 JGU, 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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DG02 JGU is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 4 March 2002.

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