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Y286 BAF

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,365 mi
Last recorded13,365 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY286 BAF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 13,365 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 13,213 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 12,956 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 12,695 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 12,364 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 12,019 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 11,683 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 10,862 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 9,708 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing has slight free play (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 8,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 8,083 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 8,066 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 8,048 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 7,977 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 7,373 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 7,026 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 5,171 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 4,367 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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Y286 BAF is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y286 BAF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y286 BAF registered?

Y286 BAF is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 July 2001.

Is Y286 BAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y286 BAF shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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