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CN53 BUW

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,396 mi
Last recorded26,396 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN53 BUW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 26,396 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 24,468 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 21,490 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 19,742 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 18,141 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 14,371 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 8,174 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 8,174 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 6,337 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 6,275 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 6,213 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2011 6,213 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 5,621 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Throttle movement stiff

Pass 24 Sep 2009 5,361 miles

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

Throttle in need of lubrication.A little stiff and gritty in operation.

Pass 30 Sep 2008 3,460 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 3,184 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 2,323 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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CN53 BUW is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 CN53 BUW, 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 CN53 BUW registered?

CN53 BUW is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 4 November 2003.

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