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Y139 ORT

2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

29,248 mi
Last recorded29,248 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C116,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY139 ORT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 29,248 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 28,185 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 27,388 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 27,377 miles

rear tyre has cut in tread no deep enough to show cords

Pass 1 May 2015 26,983 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 26,079 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 25,843 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 25,834 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 24,003 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 20,957 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2010 20,955 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 19,910 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 18,532 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 16,482 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 14,062 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER500-C1?

Based on 1,429 MOT tests across 224 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
224
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 11
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Y139 ORT is a 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 16,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ER500-C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y139 ORT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER500-C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ER500-C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y139 ORT registered?

Y139 ORT is a 2001 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is Y139 ORT safe to buy?

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