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BJ03 EOT

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

28,507 mi
Last recorded28,507 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 EOT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2025 28,507 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 27,447 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Mar 2024 27,447 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 27,296 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 26,654 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 25,210 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 25,045 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 24,481 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 22,074 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 21,801 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 20,238 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 19,613 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 19,613 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 18,478 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 18,476 miles

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

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 18,476 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 15,893 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 10,046 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 6,059 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 1,653 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 12,370 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 529 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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BJ03 EOT is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 19,595 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BJ03 EOT, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ03 EOT registered?

BJ03 EOT is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BJ03 EOT safe to buy?

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