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SV02 EVT

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,007 mi
Last recorded18,007 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV02 EVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 18,007 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 17,341 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 14,455 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 14,335 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 14,335 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 14,186 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 13,391 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 13,391 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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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SV02 EVT is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV02 EVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV02 EVT registered?

SV02 EVT is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 2 April 2002.

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The MOT history for SV02 EVT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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