MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,823 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear brake lever arm set at an obtuse angle reducing effort.
Rear brake lever arm set at an obtuse angle reducing effort.
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LK53 DPV is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
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 LK53 DPV, 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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How do I check the history of LK53 DPV?
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What year was LK53 DPV registered?
LK53 DPV is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 September 2003.
Is LK53 DPV safe to buy?
The MOT history for LK53 DPV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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