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WX53 CUH

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,494 mi
Last recorded14,494 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 CUH
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 14,494 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 11,596 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 11,188 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 28,000 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 24,818 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 24,818 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2008 20,278 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 20,278 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 13,525 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 13,525 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2006 13,241 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 13,241 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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 CUH is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CUH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX53 CUH registered?

WX53 CUH is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is WX53 CUH safe to buy?

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