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LX51 KPE

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,140 mi
Last recorded58,140 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 KPE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 58,140 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 57,567 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 50,745 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Dec 2019 50,740 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement rear brake cam (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 45,581 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 42,676 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6MM (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 38,406 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 34,021 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Nearside handlebar - slightly bent.

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 29,111 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 23,627 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 18,844 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 14,247 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 14,235 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 14,130 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 13,712 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 13,712 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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LX51 KPE is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 20,105 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 LX51 KPE, 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 25 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 LX51 KPE registered?

LX51 KPE is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 September 2001.

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