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LR02 HPU

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

11,693 mi
Last recorded11,693 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 HPU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 11,693 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 11,408 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 11,270 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 11,186 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 11,074 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 10,896 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 10,808 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 10,790 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 10,640 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 10,434 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 10,357 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 10,047 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 9,892 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 9,396 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 8,423 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 8,016 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 7,914 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 7,356 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 7,277 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 7,198 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 7,198 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 6,849 miles

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

front brake lever long travel but o.k on readings

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 HPU is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 HPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR02 HPU registered?

LR02 HPU is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 July 2002.

Is LR02 HPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR02 HPU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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