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GX02 XAP

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

24,873 mi
Last recorded24,873 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 XAP
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 24,873 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 23,358 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 23,354 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 22,429 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2022 22,429 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Motorcycle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering mudguard touching front tyre (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to frame and attachments (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 21,622 miles

Rear Road spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 21,622 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Stop lamp not working front stop lamp and rear stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose chain is also dry would advise customer to tighten and lubricate asap (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front brake lever slightly spongy but still works to required brake effort

Rear Road spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

speedo unit/clock unit slightly loose needs further investigation

Pass 8 Aug 2015 21,208 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 21,208 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 18,291 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 17,741 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 17,741 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 28,884 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 May 2010 37,356 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 37,355 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 May 2009 25,620 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 20,612 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 19,220 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 10,744 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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GX02 XAP is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 GX02 XAP, 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 GX02 XAP registered?

GX02 XAP is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 17 May 2002.

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