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MW03 FGF

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,911 mi
Last recorded29,911 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 FGF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 29,911 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play Rear wheel (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 29,907 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 29,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 21 Jun 2019 29,655 miles

Front All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 27,423 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 27,315 miles

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

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2017 23,938 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 23,938 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 May 2016 22,270 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 22,270 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2015 19,921 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 18,838 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

both rear shock absorbers have corrosion on stancion

non standard front brake hose

uneven wear to front tyre

Pass 22 Jun 2010 15,281 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 10,496 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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MW03 FGF is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MW03 FGF, 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 MW03 FGF registered?

MW03 FGF is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is MW03 FGF safe to buy?

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