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GN03 ULS

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,209 mi
Last recorded43,209 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 ULS
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 43,209 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 42,911 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2016 42,904 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 40,563 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 40,492 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 2 Apr 2014 40,487 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 40,030 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

handlebars slightly bent.

Pass 28 Sep 2012 34,051 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 26,556 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 16,726 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 10,370 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 4,839 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 12 May 2008 4,839 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 4,265 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 3,751 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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GN03 ULS is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GN03 ULS, 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 GN03 ULS registered?

GN03 ULS is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is GN03 ULS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN03 ULS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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