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SP51 MSV

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,129 mi
Last recorded31,129 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 MSV
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 31,129 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 30,084 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 28,573 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 26 Jul 2013 28,569 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

very slight travel in front brake lever and rear brake pedal

Pass 26 Jul 2012 27,052 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 25,928 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 25,925 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2010 23,782 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 21,081 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 19,658 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 May 2007 16,496 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 11,937 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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SP51 MSV 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 SP51 MSV, 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 SP51 MSV registered?

SP51 MSV is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is SP51 MSV safe to buy?

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