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FY02 PXB

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,742 mi
Last recorded42,742 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 PXB
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 42,742 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 42,741 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 41,477 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 40,638 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 40,242 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 39,818 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 39,818 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 38,661 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 38,636 miles

Offside Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 37,635 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 37,525 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 36,646 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 28,966 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Nov 2009 28,966 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 15,041 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 8,454 miles

slight bind front brake

Pass 27 Apr 2006 8,370 miles

Rear 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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FY02 PXB is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 19,604 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 FY02 PXB, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FY02 PXB registered?

FY02 PXB is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 May 2002.

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