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LK51 RFF

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,062 mi
Last recorded71,062 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 RFF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2012 71,062 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 71,032 miles

Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 61,656 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 50,011 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 50,011 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 38,625 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 38,458 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 28,082 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2005 16,716 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 RFF is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RFF, 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 RFF registered?

LK51 RFF is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 September 2001.

Is LK51 RFF safe to buy?

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