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EU53 OOA

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

16,000 mi
Last recorded16,000 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 OOA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 16,000 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear subframe area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 15,264 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 3 Apr 2019 15,229 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 14,890 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 14,072 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2016 14,072 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 13,097 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 12,190 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 10,080 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2012 8,878 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 7,191 miles
Fail 29 May 2011 7,191 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2010 5,743 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 4,115 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 2,541 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 919 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 914 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 OOA is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EU53 OOA, 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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EU53 OOA is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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