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VX53 FPZ

2003 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,939 mi
Last recorded24,939 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER500-C121,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 FPZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2023 24,939 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 23,308 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 22,751 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 19,998 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 16,896 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 11,381 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 4,761 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 2,550 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 2,550 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 2,536 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 2,482 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 2,407 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 2,382 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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VX53 FPZ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ER500-C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 21,192 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 VX53 FPZ, 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 23 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 VX53 FPZ registered?

VX53 FPZ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is VX53 FPZ safe to buy?

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