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DK03 FDJ

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

37,476 mi
Last recorded37,476 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 FDJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 37,476 miles

Central Front tyre starting to crack

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 36,269 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 35,919 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 35,919 miles

Exhaust system insecure Bottom mounting bolt securing nut missing (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 34,953 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 34,953 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 33,526 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

exhaust silencer clamp missing

Fail 2 Mar 2021 33,526 miles

Brake component insecure rear brake anchor arm split pin missing (1.1.21 (c))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

exhaust silencer clamp missing

Front Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 33,520 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 33,467 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 32,858 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 32,458 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2016 32,458 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 31,786 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 31,786 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 30,994 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2013 30,994 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 29,793 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 29,779 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 25,846 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 25,846 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 19,597 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 19,597 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.) DANGEROUS

Fail 30 Mar 2010 19,597 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Sprocket carrier has play. Check spacer between wheel and carrier.

Pass 2 Mar 2009 14,511 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 10,974 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 9,101 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 6,495 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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DK03 FDJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DK03 FDJ, 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 DK03 FDJ registered?

DK03 FDJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is DK03 FDJ safe to buy?

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