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LK53 LME

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

37,805 mi
Last recorded37,805 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 LME
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 37,805 miles

Rear sprocket cushdrive rubbers worn

Pass 28 Apr 2025 37,067 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 36,621 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 35,840 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2023 35,840 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 35,387 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Rear sprocket carrier bearing has slight free play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 34,732 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 34,254 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 33,657 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2019 33,657 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2018 33,252 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 32,806 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 32,362 miles

Coolant leak

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 30,004 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 27,010 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 23,986 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 22,118 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 19,870 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 19,870 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 16,988 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 13,854 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 10,991 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 8,274 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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LK53 LME is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 LK53 LME, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK53 LME registered?

LK53 LME is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is LK53 LME safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 LME shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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