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LK51 LPA

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

26,451 mi
Last recorded26,451 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 LPA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 26,451 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 26,267 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 25,893 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 25,837 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 25,818 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 25,289 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 29 Sep 2022 25,289 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake component insecure torque arm bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 21,692 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2018 21,657 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2017 17,468 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 13,423 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 13,405 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 12,784 miles

Front tyre perished

Fail 19 Mar 2014 11,909 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 11,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 11,255 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 10,361 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 10,361 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 9,618 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 9,618 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Mar 2010 8,928 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 8,928 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 8,311 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 7,632 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 Apr 2006 7,623 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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LK51 LPA is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 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 LK51 LPA, 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 LPA registered?

LK51 LPA is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is LK51 LPA safe to buy?

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