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LR02 FTX

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,007 mi
Last recorded69,007 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 FTX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2021 69,007 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front suspension dust covers showing signs of perishing

Pass 2 Aug 2017 66,509 miles

Drive chain slightly loose ON LIMIT (6.2.1d)

FUEL TAP BOLTS MISSING/LOOSE

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

REAR FOOTRESTS CABLE TIED

Pass 27 Jul 2016 65,021 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 62,898 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 62,898 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 60,154 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 57,469 miles

Clutch control worn

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

drive chain deteriorated

rear footrest cable tied, when checked both are worn and n/side footrest pivot pin is missing "r" clip

Pass 8 Aug 2012 53,157 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 50,889 miles

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

Oil leak

play in bearings in rear sprocket carrier

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 5 Jul 2011 50,889 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Jul 2010 49,574 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 46,911 miles

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

no front side light

Fail 6 Jul 2009 46,911 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

no front side light

Pass 1 Jul 2008 44,867 miles

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

number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 26 Jun 2007 38,809 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 35,654 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

clutch lever adjuster worn

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 FTX is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 LR02 FTX, 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 FTX registered?

LR02 FTX is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 16 July 2002.

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