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Y278 PUA

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,001 mi
Last recorded35,001 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY278 PUA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2019 35,001 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2019 35,001 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 33,707 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2017 33,707 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies right hand brake leaver. (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 30,417 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 28,020 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 27,905 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 26,748 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 26,748 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 26,364 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2010 26,364 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 22,335 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 12,928 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 12,065 miles

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

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

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 PUA is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PUA, 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 PUA registered?

Y278 PUA is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 5 June 2001.

Is Y278 PUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y278 PUA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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