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RV02 WTY

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

24,210 mi
Last recorded24,210 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 WTY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 24,210 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 24,210 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working front system (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected notchy (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2016 23,948 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 22,262 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 11 Jan 2014 22,262 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 20,239 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2011 18,501 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 13,921 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 13,921 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 May 2010 13,855 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 13,443 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 12,421 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 12,421 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 11,259 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 8,839 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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RV02 WTY is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RV02 WTY, 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 RV02 WTY registered?

RV02 WTY is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 13 April 2002.

Is RV02 WTY safe to buy?

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