MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,547 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
slightly distorted rear hub
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
slightly distorted rear hub
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
slight run out rear hub
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?
Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WX53 BKU is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
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 BKU, 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 BKU registered?
WX53 BKU is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 9 December 2003.
Is WX53 BKU safe to buy?
The MOT history for WX53 BKU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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