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Y273 GDW

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,235 mi
Last recorded11,235 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY273 GDW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 11,235 miles

rear drive chain requires lubricant

Pass 11 Aug 2015 10,271 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 10,271 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 8,452 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 8,452 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 6,817 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front tyre low on tread

rear tyre low on tread

Pass 2 Jul 2012 6,047 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 3,732 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 3,629 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 3,517 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 3,438 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 3,312 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 3,146 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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Y273 GDW is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y273 GDW, 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 Y273 GDW registered?

Y273 GDW is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y273 GDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y273 GDW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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