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DK53 YXV

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

48,922 mi
Last recorded48,922 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 YXV
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 48,922 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 47,931 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Slight play in rear sprocket holder bearing

Fail 16 Mar 2020 47,931 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Slight play in rear sprocket holder bearing

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))

Pass 1 Aug 2016 47,379 miles

Rear brake has little reserve travel

Pass 19 May 2015 45,536 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear brake adjustment required.

Pass 10 Apr 2014 43,261 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 42,213 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 40,692 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 33,656 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 32,105 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 22,426 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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DK53 YXV is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DK53 YXV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK53 YXV registered?

DK53 YXV is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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