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LV52 RZE

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,384 mi
Last recorded47,384 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV52 RZE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 47,384 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 45,447 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

clutch lever bush worn

Pass 20 Jun 2019 35,798 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 30,473 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 30,468 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Jun 2017 30,462 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Aug 2016 30,461 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 30,382 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 30,377 miles

Slight notchyness noted in the headstock bearing.

The rear tyre has 1.6 mm of tread depth.

Pass 30 Oct 2007 24,081 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 21,993 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 17,313 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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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LV52 RZE is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 500cc 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 LV52 RZE, 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 LV52 RZE registered?

LV52 RZE is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is LV52 RZE safe to buy?

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