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SL02 FVK

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,795 mi
Last recorded9,795 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 FVK
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2014 9,795 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 9,787 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 8,674 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 6,260 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2012 6,260 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Mar 2011 4,859 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 3,303 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 2,245 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 1 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 33,649 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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SL02 FVK is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SL02 FVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL02 FVK registered?

SL02 FVK is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 6 June 2002.

Is SL02 FVK safe to buy?

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