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WX53 ZZL

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,318 mi
Last recorded30,318 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 ZZL
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2013 30,318 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 30,243 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 30,243 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 28,952 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 28,878 miles

neutral light not working

Fail 16 Aug 2010 28,848 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 28,777 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 14 Aug 2009 28,777 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 28,574 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

dash lights not working

Pass 8 Nov 2007 19,244 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 15,592 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 ZZL is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 ZZL, 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 ZZL registered?

WX53 ZZL is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 12 November 2003.

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