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KL52 CME

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,875 mi
Last recorded28,875 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL52 CME
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 28,875 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 May 2026 28,875 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 27,700 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 7 Feb 2023 27,700 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 27,461 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 27,461 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2008 63,608 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 61,105 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 59,027 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 CME is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KL52 CME, 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 KL52 CME registered?

KL52 CME is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 12 October 2002.

Is KL52 CME safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL52 CME shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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