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GN53 LSU

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

43,823 mi
Last recorded43,823 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 LSU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 43,823 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 43,693 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 43,636 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 42,890 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 42,890 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 41,925 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 41,925 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 40,702 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 40,702 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 38,316 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Throttle stiff. Rear suspension stiff.

Pass 11 Apr 2014 34,950 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear tyre slightly perished.

Pass 11 Apr 2013 31,334 miles

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear tyre has small cracks appearing in sidewall.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 30,143 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 30,031 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 29,341 miles

rear brake drum slighly oval

Pass 24 Aug 2007 26,621 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 21,238 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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GN53 LSU is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black 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 GN53 LSU, 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 GN53 LSU registered?

GN53 LSU is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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