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KM02 DYF

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

32,818 mi
Last recorded32,818 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM02 DYF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 32,818 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2025 31,800 miles

Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Fail 30 Sep 2023 31,799 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Cush Drive Rubbers Worn

Pass 2 Aug 2022 28,854 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 24,132 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 19,129 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 14,308 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 14,135 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 14,080 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 13,477 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 11,088 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 8,121 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 8,037 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 7,802 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 6,117 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 5,969 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 5,198 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 3,871 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 3,207 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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KM02 DYF is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KM02 DYF, 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 KM02 DYF registered?

KM02 DYF is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 12 June 2002.

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