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Y193 XAG

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

22,502 mi
Last recorded22,502 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY193 XAG
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 22,502 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 22,502 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 22,406 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 22,406 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly Loose. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 22,382 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2017 21,982 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 21,982 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 21,987 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 21,978 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 20,850 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 16,940 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 11,726 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2013 11,722 miles

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

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2009 11,088 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 9,927 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 8,511 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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Y193 XAG is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 Y193 XAG, 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 Y193 XAG registered?

Y193 XAG is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 16 June 2001.

Is Y193 XAG safe to buy?

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