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DX03 BVV

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

9,012 mi
Last recorded9,012 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 BVV
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 9,012 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 9,710 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2015 9,710 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 9,702 miles

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

front nearside fork tube has pitting

Pass 25 Mar 2013 9,593 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 9,578 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 9,575 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 9,561 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 9,513 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 9,513 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 74,098 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 6,352 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 4,824 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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DX03 BVV is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DX03 BVV, 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 DX03 BVV registered?

DX03 BVV is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is DX03 BVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 BVV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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