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HX03 THK

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

40,897 mi
Last recorded40,897 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 THK
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 40,897 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 40,897 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 40,391 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 39,653 miles

Slight Play in Swing Arm

Pass 18 Jul 2022 39,403 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 39,088 miles

Brake reaction bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame corroded more so at the rear of the bike (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 6 May 2021 39,084 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticking, not returning (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Brake reaction bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame corroded more so at the rear of the bike (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 May 2020 36,941 miles

Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened fork stanchions corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 36,693 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 36,693 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 34,584 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 29,593 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 25,225 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 24,969 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 21,517 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 16,485 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,462 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Apr 2011 14,431 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 9,899 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 9,192 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 8,505 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 8,505 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 6,754 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 4,762 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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HX03 THK is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 HX03 THK, 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 HX03 THK registered?

HX03 THK is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 22 May 2003.

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