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Y179 GLG

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,589 mi
Last recorded19,589 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 GLG
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 19,589 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 19,589 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 18,902 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 18,565 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 17,520 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 16,680 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 15,390 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 14,277 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 12,715 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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Y179 GLG is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y179 GLG, 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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What year was Y179 GLG registered?

Y179 GLG is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is Y179 GLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y179 GLG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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