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EU53 EVJ

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

45,635 mi
Last recorded45,635 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 EVJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2015 45,635 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 44,692 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2013 43,536 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2013 43,536 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 39,121 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 39,121 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 34,942 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 34,942 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 26,567 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 26,567 miles

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 20,177 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 20,177 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2008 11,396 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2008 11,396 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 11,008 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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EU53 EVJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 EU53 EVJ, 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 EU53 EVJ registered?

EU53 EVJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 November 2003.

Is EU53 EVJ safe to buy?

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