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PO51 ORL

2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,215 mi
Last recorded9,215 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C116,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 ORL
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 9,215 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 9,181 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 9,059 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 9,007 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 9,007 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 8,906 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 8,742 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 8,433 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 8,394 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 8,363 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 8,247 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 7,955 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 7,955 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 7,768 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 7,589 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 7,532 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 7,487 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 7,405 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 7,130 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 5,453 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER500-C1?

Based on 1,429 MOT tests across 224 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
224
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 11
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PO51 ORL is a 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 16,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ER500-C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO51 ORL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER500-C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ER500-C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO51 ORL registered?

PO51 ORL is a 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is PO51 ORL safe to buy?

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