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DK03 FPD

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

53,713 mi
Last recorded53,713 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 FPD
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 53,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 51,246 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Jul 2024 51,246 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 47,856 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Subframe) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 46,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2022 46,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 42,138 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 41,224 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 40,036 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 33,354 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Sep 2016 31,733 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 31,509 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 31,101 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 30,973 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 29,172 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 29,172 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 25,990 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 22,906 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 21 Aug 2010 22,906 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 20,190 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 17,776 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 12,116 miles

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

Gear lever slack on spline.

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 12,116 miles

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

Gear lever slack on spline.

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 1,987 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 FPD is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 FPD, 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 FPD registered?

DK03 FPD is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 11 April 2003.

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