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LK03 HPY

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

28,641 mi
Last recorded28,641 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 HPY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2020 28,641 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 28,641 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 27,784 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 26,804 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

HANDLE BARS SLIGHTLY BENT.

Pass 25 Mar 2017 25,882 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 Mar 2017 25,882 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 24,688 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 5 Mar 2016 24,678 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 23,246 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

handle bar slightly bent

top box carrier arm brocken o/s

Pass 20 Mar 2014 21,965 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

handle bars slightly bent

top box carrier arm broken

Pass 14 Mar 2013 20,424 miles

handle bars slightly bent

top box carrier arm broke

Pass 9 Mar 2012 19,150 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 17,882 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 13,678 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Mar 2009 11,757 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 9,900 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 7,977 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 7,977 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2006 5,939 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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LK03 HPY is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LK03 HPY, 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.

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LK03 HPY is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 20 March 2003.

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