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CU03 VYX

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

15,658 mi
Last recorded15,658 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 VYX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 15,658 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 15,040 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 14,180 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

fuel tank damaged but not leaking

Pass 17 May 2019 13,914 miles

petrol tank dammaged

Pass 18 May 2018 13,482 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 12,828 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 11,838 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 13 May 2016 11,824 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 May 2015 11,415 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 17 May 2014 10,767 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 May 2013 9,416 miles

Slight play in rear sprocket cusion drive rubbers

Pass 10 May 2012 7,108 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 3,433 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 1,363 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 1,199 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 907 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 819 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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CU03 VYX is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold 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 CU03 VYX, 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 CU03 VYX registered?

CU03 VYX is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is CU03 VYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU03 VYX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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