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GX51 OZK

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

35,521 mi
Last recorded35,521 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 OZK
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 35,521 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 33,537 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 32,363 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2015 28,613 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 4 Mar 2015 28,592 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 21,792 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Feb 2014 21,792 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 18,228 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2013 18,228 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake drum(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 16,328 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 14,861 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 12,963 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 12,963 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 10,961 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 10,961 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 3,661 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 5,609 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2005 4,192 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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GX51 OZK is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 GX51 OZK, 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.

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GX51 OZK is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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