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RX51 XMH

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,397 mi
Last recorded29,397 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 XMH
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 29,397 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 28,654 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 27,127 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 18 Mar 2013 27,127 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

rear cushion drive has excessive play side to side and front to rear.

Pass 11 Apr 2012 25,666 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 25,666 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 23,819 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 20,050 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 18,048 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2008 16,178 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 15,174 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 13,570 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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RX51 XMH is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 RX51 XMH, 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 RX51 XMH registered?

RX51 XMH is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is RX51 XMH safe to buy?

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