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WU51 DFD

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,730 mi
Last recorded29,730 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2020
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 DFD
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2020 29,730 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 29,372 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 28,680 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front brake lever slightly stiff.

Rear tyre perishing slightly

Pass 28 Dec 2016 27,924 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2015 27,338 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 16 Dec 2014 26,641 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 26,641 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 25,476 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 24,367 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 23,130 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 21,936 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 21,193 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 19,830 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 18,650 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 17,494 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 16,160 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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WU51 DFD is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WU51 DFD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU51 DFD registered?

WU51 DFD is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 11 October 2001.

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