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KE51 JUO

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

38,116 mi
Last recorded38,116 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 JUO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2025 38,116 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort severe fluctuation at rear brake when applied - DANGEROUS - (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

damage to o/s sidewall of front tyre cord NOT showing at this time

Fail 24 Sep 2025 38,075 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Tyre fouling another component Severe rubbing against loose mudguard bolt (5.2.3 (f))

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

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Front Motorcycle structure inadequately repaired such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Front wheel been fitted incorrectly (6.1.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure inadequately repaired such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Front mudguard not bolted in correctly (6.1.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Switchgear can rotate on handlebar

Pass 22 Sep 2023 35,903 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2023 35,903 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 30,812 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 29,639 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 29,639 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2019 28,570 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 27,938 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 27,934 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 26,390 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 24,600 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 22,838 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 19,476 miles

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

front tyre is perished

Pass 21 Jun 2013 14,395 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 10,858 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 5,616 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 5,527 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 5,527 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 5,445 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 5,285 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 5,042 miles

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

SEAT SLIGHTLY LOOSE BUT LOCKING IN OK

Pass 21 Sep 2006 4,943 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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KE51 JUO is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 KE51 JUO, 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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What year was KE51 JUO registered?

KE51 JUO is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 7 September 2001.

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