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LR02 FTD

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,323 mi
Last recorded21,323 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 FTD
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 21,323 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear tyre perrished inbetween treads.

Pass 17 Jun 2025 20,065 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 20,058 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 18,384 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 18,328 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 18,254 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 17,962 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 17,811 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 16,123 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 11,070 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 9,735 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 9,702 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 9,365 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

fork seals wheeping

Fail 21 Jun 2007 9,365 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

forkseals wheeping

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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LR02 FTD is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 19,604 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 LR02 FTD, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LR02 FTD registered?

LR02 FTD is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 4 July 2002.

Is LR02 FTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR02 FTD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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