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Y243 GDY

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,040 mi
Last recorded23,040 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY243 GDY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 23,040 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 22,854 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 22,573 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 21,909 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 21,108 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 19,796 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 19,796 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 18,962 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 18,122 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 31 May 2013 17,561 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 16,827 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 16,503 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 15,802 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 15,153 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 14,401 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 13,517 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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Y243 GDY is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 Y243 GDY, 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 Y243 GDY registered?

Y243 GDY is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 5 March 2001.

Is Y243 GDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y243 GDY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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