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LV02 LYO

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,391 mi
Last recorded28,391 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 LYO
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 28,391 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 28,180 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 26,225 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 21,415 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 84,420 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 81,576 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

clutch lever pivot worn

Fail 15 Nov 2012 81,576 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

clutch lever pivot worn

Pass 16 Nov 2011 70,924 miles

slight fluctuation on rear brake

slight play in rear sprocket carrier bearing

Pass 12 Jul 2010 59,623 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 53,601 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 47,131 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front position lamp not working

Pass 3 Oct 2006 41,998 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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LV02 LYO is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LV02 LYO, 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 LV02 LYO registered?

LV02 LYO is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 16 April 2002.

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