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RX51 XMM

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

38,253 mi
Last recorded38,253 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 XMM
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2022 38,253 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 38,246 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 38,157 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 37,746 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 16 May 2016 37,743 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 37,694 miles

front brake disc corroded

Fail 13 Apr 2015 37,694 miles

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

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

front brake disc corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2014 37,316 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 36,237 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 30,426 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 31,650 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 28,997 miles

clutch lever action stiff

rear suspension travel reduced by excessivly strong shockabsorbers

Pass 10 Oct 2008 24,411 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 20,066 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 17,053 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 17,053 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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 XMM is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 RX51 XMM, 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 XMM registered?

RX51 XMM is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is RX51 XMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 XMM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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