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LX53 GLF

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

882 mi
Last recorded882 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 GLF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 882 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 14 Aug 2020 874 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle 'sticking' on right hand lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sprocket bearing slight free play

Pass 2 Aug 2019 73,353 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 33,646 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 33,646 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipes (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 33,646 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored SLIGHT SCORING & WEAR TO FRONT DISC (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Jul 2017 33,646 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored SLIGHT SCORING & WEAR TO FRONT DISC (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies FRONT BRAKE SWITCH NOT WORKING (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 23,681 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2015 22,681 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 22,681 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 20,779 miles

Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)

Fail 23 Jul 2014 20,779 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 18,632 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 17,359 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 17,359 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 15,506 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 15,506 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2010 13,551 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 11,857 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 11,857 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 10,631 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 9,078 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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LX53 GLF is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 LX53 GLF, 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.

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What year was LX53 GLF registered?

LX53 GLF is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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