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BN52 EKE

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,763 mi
Last recorded59,763 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 EKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 27 May 2025 59,763 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 58,854 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 57,818 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 55,363 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 52,261 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 49,353 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 46,434 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 43,474 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 40,582 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 37,484 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 34,683 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 31,687 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 29,025 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 25,760 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 22,896 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Centre Rear Lower Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 19,778 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 16,651 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 13,391 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 10,454 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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BN52 EKE is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BN52 EKE, 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.

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What year was BN52 EKE registered?

BN52 EKE is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 7 December 2002.

Is BN52 EKE safe to buy?

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