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DA03 LHE

2003 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,253 mi
Last recorded49,253 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER500-C121,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 LHE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 49,253 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 49,253 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2011 41,781 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 37,682 miles

Will need new rear tyre and new rear brake shoes soon. Near wear limits.

Pass 7 Sep 2009 30,053 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 23,361 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 15,785 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 10,333 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER500-C1?

Based on 1,429 MOT tests across 224 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
224
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 11
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DA03 LHE is a 2003 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ER500-C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 21,192 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 ER500-C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA03 LHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER500-C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ER500-C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DA03 LHE registered?

DA03 LHE is a 2003 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is DA03 LHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 LHE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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