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KE03 UCN

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,113 mi
Last recorded63,113 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 UCN
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 63,113 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 62,367 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2016 61,446 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 59,158 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

chain rusty

Pass 18 Jun 2014 56,846 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2014 56,798 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 55,137 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 52,902 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 46,657 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2011 46,657 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 41,534 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 44,146 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 38,931 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2007 38,899 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 May 2006 29,808 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2006 29,671 miles

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

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

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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KE03 UCN is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KE03 UCN, 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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KE03 UCN is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 16 May 2003.

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