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Y292 EBB

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,263 mi
Last recorded27,263 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY292 EBB
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 27,263 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 27,263 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 26,529 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 26,526 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2015 25,931 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2014 24,701 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2014 24,701 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 22,889 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 21,162 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 21,162 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 18,569 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Fail 12 Nov 2009 13,950 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 13,950 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 12,518 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))

Pass 19 Feb 2008 6,688 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 5,963 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 5,963 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 5,104 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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Y292 EBB is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y292 EBB, 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 Y292 EBB registered?

Y292 EBB is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 18 April 2001.

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