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Y184 JCS

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

13,354 mi
Last recorded13,354 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY184 JCS
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2013 13,354 miles

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

clutch lever fouling light switch

front flexi not in support

rear tyre soft

screw missing from mater cylinder cap (front)

Fail 10 Dec 2013 13,354 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

clutch lever fouling light switch

front flexi not in support

rear tyre soft

screw missing from mater cylinder cap (front)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 11,848 miles

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2011 28,560 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 25,459 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 8 Jul 2008 22,857 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

lubrication of chain

rear reflector partially obscured

Pass 8 Jul 2008 22,857 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

lubrication of chain

rear reflector partially obscured

Fail 9 Jul 2007 7,099 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 7,099 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 12,898 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 9,859 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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Y184 JCS is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y184 JCS, 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 Y184 JCS registered?

Y184 JCS is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 July 2001.

Is Y184 JCS safe to buy?

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