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EK03 FJY

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

47,209 mi
Last recorded47,209 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 FJY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2015 47,209 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 47,207 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Apr 2013 47,207 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2012 47,206 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 47,197 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 46,660 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

rear brake pedal stiff working

rear foot rests not fitted

spark plug caps lose

Fail 8 Aug 2008 44,517 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 44,517 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 44,505 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 35,911 miles

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

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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EK03 FJY is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EK03 FJY, 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 EK03 FJY registered?

EK03 FJY is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 July 2003.

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