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KL52 CLF

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,467 mi
Last recorded57,467 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL52 CLF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 57,467 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 54,431 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 51,704 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 47,903 miles

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

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 26 Jul 2022 44,369 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 41,482 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 40,969 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 38,574 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2019 38,574 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 35,654 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 33,374 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 31,157 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 28,323 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 25,383 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 22,303 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 19,012 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 19 Jun 2012 19,012 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 15,038 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 14,697 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 10,724 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2008 10,335 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 10,335 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 8,819 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 6,772 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 CLF is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 CLF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KL52 CLF registered?

KL52 CLF is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is KL52 CLF safe to buy?

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