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PK02 VMP

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

30,711 mi
Last recorded30,711 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK02 VMP
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 30,711 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 30,549 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 30,332 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 30,029 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 May 2023 30,029 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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Pass 29 Mar 2022 29,841 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 29,538 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 28,221 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 25,252 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 23,981 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 23,980 miles

Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 21,059 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 21,059 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2011 19,590 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 19,590 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 18,412 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 16,525 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 12,723 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 6,200 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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PK02 VMP is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 PK02 VMP, 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.

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What year was PK02 VMP registered?

PK02 VMP is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 May 2002.

Is PK02 VMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK02 VMP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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