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RX51 XND

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

20,708 mi
Last recorded20,708 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 XND
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 20,708 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 20,705 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Aug 2018 20,705 miles

Central Upper Fork yoke modification unsafe yoke bolt loose (2.2.2 (e))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

front tyre badly cracked in walls

rear tyre cracked in wall

slight wear in chain cush drive.

Pass 16 May 2018 20,593 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front and rear tyres perrished in walls

Fail 14 May 2018 20,593 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. suspensoin siezed (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front and rear tyres perrished in walls

Pass 7 Aug 2017 20,593 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 7 Aug 2017 20,593 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies not working with front brake lever (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 19,916 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 18,893 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 17,898 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 17,141 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 16,786 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 16,499 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 16,116 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 15,653 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 15,030 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Side wall cracking on right side of front tyre.

Pass 12 Nov 2007 14,572 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 14,257 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 8 Mar 2007 14,257 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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 XND is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RX51 XND, 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 RX51 XND registered?

RX51 XND is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 February 2002.

Is RX51 XND safe to buy?

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