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RK51 RMU

2001 Kawasaki ER5

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

40,376 mi
Last recorded40,376 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 RMU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 40,376 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 40,348 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 39,993 miles

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

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 38,301 miles

Front Wheel slightly stiff to turn ,needs cleaning

Fail 19 Sep 2018 38,301 miles

Front Wheel slightly stiff to turn ,needs cleaning

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment Brake arm adjusted (1.1.15 (f))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy Adjusted (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 37,126 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 34,603 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 30,700 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 37,329 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 Oct 2013 37,329 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 37,277 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Sep 2011 19,631 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2011 19,631 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 11,885 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 11,885 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 5,845 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 5,775 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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RK51 RMU is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 20,105 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 RK51 RMU, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RK51 RMU registered?

RK51 RMU is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is RK51 RMU safe to buy?

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