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KH02 RVR

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,543 mi
Last recorded18,543 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH02 RVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 18,543 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 25 May 2013 17,021 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 16,154 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 15,297 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 15,295 miles

Front Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Front Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 14,706 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 13,274 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Nov 2007 13,274 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 12,502 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2006 12,499 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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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KH02 RVR is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KH02 RVR, 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 KH02 RVR registered?

KH02 RVR is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 27 July 2002.

Is KH02 RVR safe to buy?

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