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SF51 VHP

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,355 mi
Last recorded52,355 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 VHP
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 52,355 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Fail 14 Feb 2019 52,345 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases n/s/f down pipe leaking at cylinder head joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition rear silencer (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 27 Nov 2017 44,637 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear drive chain requires lubrication

Pass 19 Aug 2016 35,998 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey middle of collector pipe (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 35,221 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 32,960 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 32,179 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 32,130 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 30,765 miles

Clutch could do with ajustment

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

oil filter corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2011 29,587 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 29,407 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 29,407 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Sep 2008 27,677 miles

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

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 3 Oct 2007 25,579 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 21,511 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 VHP is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VHP, 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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SF51 VHP is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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