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WX53 ZZW

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,309 mi
Last recorded26,309 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 ZZW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 26,309 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 26,245 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking at header pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 25 Aug 2021 26,245 miles

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy big notch in steering (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking at nearside manifold (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 26,009 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 23,715 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 22,416 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 21,127 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 21,125 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 19,401 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 17,903 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 17,825 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 May 2009 15,295 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 15,192 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 19 May 2008 13,093 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 13,075 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 12,217 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 ZZW is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZZW, 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 ZZW registered?

WX53 ZZW is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 15 November 2003.

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