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Y162 TKE

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

48,651 mi
Last recorded48,651 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY162 TKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 48,651 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 44,586 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Dec 2016 44,481 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on side light (1.1.3a)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. WORN TO EXCESS (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 39,690 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Nov 2015 39,668 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 38,819 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 38,302 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 38,230 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 38,065 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 38,070 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 36,151 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 32,008 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 32,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 27,581 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 27,581 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 19,198 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 19,198 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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Y162 TKE is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 20,105 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 Y162 TKE, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y162 TKE is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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