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RL51 GCY

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,502 mi
Last recorded36,502 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL51 GCY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2024 36,502 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Fail 15 Apr 2024 36,502 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Fail 15 Apr 2024 36,502 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 30 Jan 2016 4,631 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 4,631 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 4,281 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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RL51 GCY is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RL51 GCY, 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 RL51 GCY registered?

RL51 GCY is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 February 2002.

Is RL51 GCY safe to buy?

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