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LF52 LVA

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,070 mi
Last recorded27,070 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 LVA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 27,070 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 27,058 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 27,052 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play rear sprocket bearing play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2022 27,052 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play rear sprocket bearing play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 26,204 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 26,204 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 26,139 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 26,119 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 26,066 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 26,047 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 26,040 miles

Offside mirror loose

Pass 30 Jan 2014 25,862 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 24,022 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 23,691 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 23,601 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 23,509 miles

Handle bar bent

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Jul 2008 23,509 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Handle bar bent

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 22,552 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 21,020 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 20,921 miles

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

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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LF52 LVA is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 LF52 LVA, 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 LF52 LVA registered?

LF52 LVA is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is LF52 LVA safe to buy?

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