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Y266 WBT

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

31,224 mi
Last recorded31,224 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY266 WBT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2012 31,224 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 31,224 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2011 30,097 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 27,725 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 27,725 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Sep 2010 27,692 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 22,775 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 17,597 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Sep 2008 17,550 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Sep 2007 13,148 miles

Centre Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 13,148 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 8,126 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 6,894 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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Y266 WBT is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 Y266 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 Y266 WBT registered?

Y266 WBT is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 9 April 2001.

Is Y266 WBT safe to buy?

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