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KE03 ZGJ

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

16,937 mi
Last recorded16,937 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 ZGJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 16,937 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2023 16,937 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 16,031 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 16,031 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2021 15,242 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 13,590 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2019 13,590 miles

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

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

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 11,512 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 11,512 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 9,497 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 9,352 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 9,225 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 8,368 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 7,697 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 7,697 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 7,557 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 6,901 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 5,733 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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KE03 ZGJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KE03 ZGJ, 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 KE03 ZGJ registered?

KE03 ZGJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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