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RF02 ZHU

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

46,115 mi
Last recorded46,115 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 ZHU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 46,115 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2025 44,493 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 41,152 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 41,106 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working Control one (front brake) (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 40,655 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Generally corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 40,654 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed Excessively deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 40,385 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 40,067 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 38,776 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Front wheel over to the left but not excessively misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 36,663 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 27,225 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 18,269 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 18,265 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 18,244 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 18,221 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 18,114 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 18,073 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 18,073 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 18,001 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 17,918 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 17,210 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 14,112 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 13,935 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 13,431 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2007 13,431 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

front disc near wear limit

Pass 27 May 2006 10,390 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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RF02 ZHU is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 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 RF02 ZHU, 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 RF02 ZHU registered?

RF02 ZHU is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 June 2002.

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