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KC02 GNX

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Orange Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

78,554 mi
Last recorded78,554 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC02 GNX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 78,554 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2017 78,554 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 69,116 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2016 69,116 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 54,228 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2015 54,228 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 39,137 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 23,219 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2013 23,214 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 12,338 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 11,378 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 8,124 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 3 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Sep 2009 3 miles

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 20,475 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 20,475 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 17,193 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 17,157 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2007 12,000 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2006 8,509 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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KC02 GNX is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Orange with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 KC02 GNX, 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 KC02 GNX registered?

KC02 GNX is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 June 2002.

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