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Y278 NTW

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,752 mi
Last recorded35,752 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY278 NTW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 35,752 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 35,377 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 35,373 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 34,830 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 33,683 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 32,827 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,422 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 30,649 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 30,649 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 27,172 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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Y278 NTW is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y278 NTW, 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 Y278 NTW registered?

Y278 NTW is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y278 NTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y278 NTW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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