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OE02 PZC

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,835 mi
Last recorded16,835 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE02 PZC
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 16,835 miles

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

drive chain needs lube

Pass 25 Mar 2025 13,655 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 19 May 2018 13,576 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2017 13,469 miles

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

front brake lever operation not as smooth as expected,pivot could do with lubing

Pass 18 Apr 2016 13,439 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive small play in carrier bearing (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Apr 2016 13,425 miles

Handlebar deformed handlebars bent (2.1.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive small play in carrier bearing (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

ear brake torque arm rear bolt not fitted correctly. bolt in backwards

front (8) and rear (18) tyre pressures low and had to be re-inflated for test

Pass 28 Jun 2014 12,825 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

handlebars slightly bent,not enough to fail

Fail 10 May 2013 10,892 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 May 2013 10,892 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 10,616 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 8,992 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 6,785 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 6,084 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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OE02 PZC is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OE02 PZC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE02 PZC registered?

OE02 PZC is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 July 2002.

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The MOT history for OE02 PZC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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