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SF51 VHH

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,661 mi
Last recorded24,661 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 VHH
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 24,661 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 24,661 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 24,129 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 22,296 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 22,296 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 17,794 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 16,029 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 15,574 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 14,019 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2009 14,019 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 13,267 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2006 12,903 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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SF51 VHH 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 75%.

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 SF51 VHH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF51 VHH registered?

SF51 VHH is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is SF51 VHH safe to buy?

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