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CN53 BWK

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Yellow Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2013
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

66,781 mi
Last recorded66,781 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN53 BWK
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2012 66,781 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

switchgear and controls modified

Fail 22 Mar 2012 66,781 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

switchgear and controls modified

Pass 10 May 2010 56,040 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

switchgear modified

throttle modified

Fail 6 Feb 2010 54,878 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Inner Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 46,544 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2008 46,344 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

no mirrors fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2008 46,012 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 20,058 miles

excessive play in sprocket carrier bearing

Fail 10 Sep 2007 20,058 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

operation of lights has been changed from original

rear brake operation slightly stiff

excessive play in sprocket carrier bearing

Pass 26 Jul 2006 7,847 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 BWK is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Yellow with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BWK, 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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CN53 BWK is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 30 December 2003.

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