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FE52 BYF

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,908 mi
Last recorded45,908 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 BYF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 45,908 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 45,900 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 42,956 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 38,480 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 38,480 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 15 May 2010 30,504 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 23,824 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 May 2008 16,381 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 15,077 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 14,486 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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FE52 BYF 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 80%.

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 FE52 BYF, 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 FE52 BYF registered?

FE52 BYF is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is FE52 BYF safe to buy?

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