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Y301 HWU

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,316 mi
Last recorded22,316 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY301 HWU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2013 22,316 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 21,359 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 19,996 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 19,996 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 27 Nov 2009 19,086 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 18,644 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 18,638 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 14,594 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 13,247 miles

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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Y301 HWU is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y301 HWU, 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 Y301 HWU registered?

Y301 HWU is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y301 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y301 HWU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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