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BU03 EWB

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

31,211 mi
Last recorded31,211 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 EWB
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 31,211 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 26,772 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 16 Nov 2021 26,772 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 19,016 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 22 Oct 2020 19,016 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no cut line and diffused white light above level led bulb fitted (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 18,959 miles

Auxiliary front lights loose on mountings.

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Lens damaged. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 18,942 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 18,585 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 18,357 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

L/H mirror loose.

Pass 15 Apr 2015 17,898 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 17,863 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2014 17,863 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 17,078 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 14,994 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front tyre has 2mm tread

Pass 14 Feb 2011 9,140 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 9,035 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 8,808 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 8,189 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 5,900 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 5,087 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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BU03 EWB is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BU03 EWB, 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.

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What year was BU03 EWB registered?

BU03 EWB is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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