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Y261 WBT

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,344 mi
Last recorded17,344 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY261 WBT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 17,344 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 17,311 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 17,297 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 17,178 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 17,122 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 17,031 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 16,914 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 16,790 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2017 16,773 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 16,735 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 16,497 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 16,164 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 15,237 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 13 Aug 2013 15,237 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 14,023 miles

Pillion peg secureing pin lock mechanism deteriorated and requires replacement

Throttle return is slow,

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 12,818 miles

Front brake lever requires some lubrication

Pillion foot rests not completely secure

Pass 18 Mar 2010 10,355 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 6,181 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 5,559 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 4,630 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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Y261 WBT is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y261 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 Y261 WBT registered?

Y261 WBT is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 18 April 2001.

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