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Y238 XAT

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,455 mi
Last recorded6,455 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY238 XAT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 6,455 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 6,433 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 5,963 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 5,745 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 5,745 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2016 5,739 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 5,730 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 17,567 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 5,730 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 5,730 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 5,475 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 5,156 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 4,243 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 3,832 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 3,689 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 3,402 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 3,267 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 2,895 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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Y238 XAT is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y238 XAT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y238 XAT registered?

Y238 XAT is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 31 August 2001.

Is Y238 XAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y238 XAT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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