CarVerify

Free Car Check

WA51 JUY

2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Blue Petrol 498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,721 mi
Last recorded29,721 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C116,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 JUY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
View full Kawasaki ER500-C1 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 29,721 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively front brake binding but not excessive (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn uneven with slight cracking to tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 29,305 miles

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

Front tyre worn uneven

Pass 20 May 2017 29,302 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 29,302 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2007 27,898 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 27,552 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Offside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Front tyre is an oversize profile

Pass 30 Nov 2006 26,688 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2006 26,650 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2005 23,588 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER500-C1?

Based on 1,429 MOT tests across 224 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
224
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 11
Full Kawasaki ER500-C1 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WA51 JUY is a 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 16,482 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 ER500-C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA51 JUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER500-C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ER500-C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WA51 JUY?

You can check the full history of WA51 JUY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WA51 JUY registered?

WA51 JUY is a 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is WA51 JUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 JUY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA51 JUY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WA51 JUY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.