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WA51 ZTR

2002 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,330 mi
Last recorded55,330 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER500-C112,319 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 ZTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 55,330 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 53,717 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 52,240 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 50,271 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 46,934 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 44,067 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 41,932 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 39,270 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 35,399 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 27,557 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 23,593 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 22,977 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 21,769 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Outer Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 19,810 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 18,590 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 17,400 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 16,663 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 15,159 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 13,433 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 11,786 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 10,221 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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WA51 ZTR 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 100%.

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 WA51 ZTR, 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 WA51 ZTR registered?

WA51 ZTR is a 2002 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 20 February 2002.

Is WA51 ZTR safe to buy?

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