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FE51 SFN

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,020 mi
Last recorded38,020 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 SFN
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 38,020 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 37,108 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 36,507 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 35,399 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 33,435 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2020 31,460 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2020 31,460 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2016 31,400 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2016 31,400 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2015 30,175 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 28,474 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 26,403 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 26,403 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 23,511 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 23,511 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2011 17,536 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 14,296 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2010 14,296 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 14,098 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 12,430 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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FE51 SFN is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 20,105 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 FE51 SFN, 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 25 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 FE51 SFN registered?

FE51 SFN is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FE51 SFN safe to buy?

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