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OU51 KVF

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

30,131 mi
Last recorded30,131 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 KVF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 30,131 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 28,599 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 27,090 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 25,992 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 25,384 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 25,173 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 24,252 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 23,639 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 22,905 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 21,563 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 19,629 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 19,281 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 18,633 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 17,848 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 17,848 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 17,254 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 Feb 2012 17,254 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 18 Feb 2011 16,419 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 17 Feb 2010 15,720 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 15,720 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 14,931 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 12,865 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 11,413 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 11,413 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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 23 Feb 2006 9,745 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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OU51 KVF is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 OU51 KVF, 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 OU51 KVF registered?

OU51 KVF is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 24 January 2002.

Is OU51 KVF safe to buy?

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