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Y259 WBT

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

65,338 mi
Last recorded65,338 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY259 WBT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 65,338 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 65,338 miles

Rear Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 8 May 2016 64,019 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 60,791 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 59,590 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 56,304 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 50,148 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

speedo/rev counter clocks do not illuminate

Pass 18 Mar 2009 44,555 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 38,001 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

brake control 1 has long travel but can function as intended

Pass 21 Mar 2007 35,000 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 28,184 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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Y259 WBT 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 90.9%.

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 Y259 WBT, 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 Y259 WBT registered?

Y259 WBT is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 11 April 2001.

Is Y259 WBT safe to buy?

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