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GX53 HTA

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,947 mi
Last recorded32,947 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 HTA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 32,947 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 25,438 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey cylinder 1 gasket blowing (7.1.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired reflector tarnished (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 15 Feb 2017 25,438 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey cylinder 1 gasket blowing (7.1.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired reflector tarnished (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 6 May 2016 24,507 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 21,858 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 21,858 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 17,925 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 17,925 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 17,158 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 15,285 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 14,212 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 14,212 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 12,611 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 10,023 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 10,023 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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GX53 HTA is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GX53 HTA, 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 GX53 HTA registered?

GX53 HTA is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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