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KM02 XLH

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,078 mi
Last recorded55,078 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM02 XLH
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 55,078 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear drive sprocket worn

Pass 13 May 2025 53,108 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 53,108 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2021 52,691 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 52,147 miles

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

Chain has tight spots advise attention

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 18 Jun 2015 52,141 miles

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

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

chain has excesive tight spots advise attention

Pass 13 Jun 2014 50,988 miles

front indicators mounted poorly

Pass 2 Apr 2013 49,538 miles

Cush drive rubber worn.

Rear sprocket bearing worn.

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 45,268 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 40,574 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 35,490 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 35,490 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 28,010 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2008 28,010 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 20,447 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 Aug 2007 20,447 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 13,720 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 13,368 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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 XLH is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 KM02 XLH, 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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KM02 XLH is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 19 August 2002.

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