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LW52 BZS

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Purple Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,299 mi
Last recorded28,299 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW52 BZS
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 28,299 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 24,633 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 22,589 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 21,336 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 21,336 miles

Rear Brake lever pivot has excessive free play (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 21,262 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2021 21,253 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 19,490 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 19,256 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 19,030 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 3 May 2013 18,603 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,406 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 18,066 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 17,837 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 17,244 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 16,361 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 15,409 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 13,501 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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LW52 BZS is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Purple with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 19,595 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 LW52 BZS, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LW52 BZS registered?

LW52 BZS is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 20 February 2003.

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The MOT history for LW52 BZS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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