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ST02 PFJ

2002 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

11,181 mi
Last recorded11,181 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER500-C112,319 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST02 PFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 11,181 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2025 11,181 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 11,057 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 10,728 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 10,421 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 10,381 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 10,338 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 10,140 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 9,958 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 9,780 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 9,554 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 9,374 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 9,121 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 8,765 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 8,575 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 8,575 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 8,184 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 7,619 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 6,946 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 5,561 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 5,054 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER500-C1?

Based on 1,429 MOT tests across 224 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
224
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 11
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ST02 PFJ is a 2002 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ER500-C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 12,319 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ER500-C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ST02 PFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER500-C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki ER500-C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST02 PFJ registered?

ST02 PFJ is a 2002 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 14 June 2002.

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