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WX53 BKU

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

42,547 mi
Last recorded42,547 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 BKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 42,547 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 42,547 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 40,926 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2017 40,926 miles

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))

Pass 3 Oct 2015 26,353 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 25,830 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 25,797 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2013 25,264 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 24,463 miles

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

slightly distorted rear hub

Fail 11 Sep 2012 24,463 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 23,961 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

slight run out rear hub

Fail 25 Aug 2011 23,947 miles

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)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 22,786 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 15,329 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 7,675 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 5,826 miles

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.

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 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.

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