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WA51 OVT

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

15,087 mi
Last recorded15,087 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 OVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 15,087 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 14,613 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 14,423 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion R/H Side (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Oct 2017 14,423 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion R/H Side (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 13,539 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2016 13,539 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 13,248 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Sep 2015 13,248 miles

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

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 6,226 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 1,086 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 1,031 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 945 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 785 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 755 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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WA51 OVT is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WA51 OVT, 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 WA51 OVT registered?

WA51 OVT is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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