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HN52 OCR

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,221 mi
Last recorded40,221 miles
Recorded on7 May 2010
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 OCR
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2010 40,221 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 39,997 miles

front brake lever has long travel

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 35,409 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 35,390 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Jan 2008 29,434 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 17 Jan 2008 29,434 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 22,802 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 22,802 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 15,418 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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HN52 OCR is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 HN52 OCR, 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 HN52 OCR registered?

HN52 OCR is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 11 January 2003.

Is HN52 OCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN52 OCR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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