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LK51 JEO

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,263 mi
Last recorded27,263 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 JEO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 27,263 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 26,938 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 25,970 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 20,763 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 19,298 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 19,244 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 19,244 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 15,564 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 12,765 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 9,041 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 9,011 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 8,276 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 7,618 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 7,618 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 7,039 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 6,366 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 5,223 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 5,173 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight 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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LK51 JEO is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 20,105 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 LK51 JEO, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK51 JEO registered?

LK51 JEO is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 20 September 2001.

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