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LR02 FTE

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,271 mi
Last recorded16,271 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 FTE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 16,271 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 16,271 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 14 Sep 2023 16,246 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 16,077 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 16,043 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 30,405 miles

Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 15,936 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 15,831 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 15,710 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 15,438 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 15,113 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 14,632 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 14,208 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 13,578 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 13,104 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 12,416 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 10,306 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 10,306 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 8,016 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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 FTE is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FTE, 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 FTE registered?

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

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