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LT02 XWP

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

42,899 mi
Last recorded42,899 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT02 XWP
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 42,899 miles

(Front Brake Master Cylinder Cap Screws Missing / Cable Tied On But Not Leaking)

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Frame & Swing Arm Corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2022 42,896 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

(Front Brake Master Cylinder Cap Screws Missing / Cable Tied On But Not Leaking)

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (Front Brake Switch Wires Not Connected) (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Frame & Swing Arm Corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 39,910 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 39,710 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 28,436 miles

Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2016 25,959 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 25,959 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2015 24,390 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 24,370 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 21,733 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 9 Jun 2014 21,733 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 May 2013 21,168 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 May 2013 21,168 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 19,880 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2012 19,880 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 19,832 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 19,826 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 14,817 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 11,304 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2007 11,302 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 8,588 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 8,561 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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LT02 XWP 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 63.6%.

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 LT02 XWP, 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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LT02 XWP is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 12 April 2002.

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