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LR02 URU

2002 Kawasaki ER5

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,860 mi
Last recorded17,860 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 URU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 17,860 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 17,786 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 16,797 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 15,827 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 10,317 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 9,665 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 9,297 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 9,211 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 9,146 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2010 8,834 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 8,834 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 8,128 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Jan 2008 6,851 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 4,663 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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LR02 URU is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 URU, 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 URU registered?

LR02 URU is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 5 August 2002.

Is LR02 URU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR02 URU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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