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Y304 OVN

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,583 mi
Last recorded22,583 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY304 OVN
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 22,583 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 21,857 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 21,857 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 20,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 20,124 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 19,658 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 May 2012 15,174 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 9,546 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 8 May 2010 5,599 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 4,597 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2008 3,047 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 3,024 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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Y304 OVN is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 Y304 OVN, 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 Y304 OVN registered?

Y304 OVN is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y304 OVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y304 OVN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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