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KL52 BLX

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,304 mi
Last recorded75,304 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL52 BLX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 75,304 miles
Fail 23 May 2026 75,306 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 75,076 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2025 75,065 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2024 74,248 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Feb 2024 74,248 miles

Stop lamp not working from rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 73,288 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 73,107 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort slight run out on rear drum (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notch steering head bearings (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 66,269 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 56,317 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 48,588 miles

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 37,708 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 35,154 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 33,779 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 28,001 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 22,654 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2011 15,949 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 15,141 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 13,760 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 10,251 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 8,948 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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KL52 BLX is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KL52 BLX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KL52 BLX registered?

KL52 BLX is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is KL52 BLX safe to buy?

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