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WX53 ACJ

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Yellow Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

15,774 mi
Last recorded15,774 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 ACJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 15,774 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 15,774 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 33,421 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

both tyres have perishing and cracking

Fail 27 Jun 2024 33,421 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

both tyres have perishing and cracking

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 33,219 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 32,127 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 29,410 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 10 Aug 2017 29,410 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 25,641 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2016 25,641 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 25,629 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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WX53 ACJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Yellow with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 19,595 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 WX53 ACJ, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WX53 ACJ registered?

WX53 ACJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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