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Y352 OBJ

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,518 mi
Last recorded35,518 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY352 OBJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 35,518 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 35,431 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 32,476 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 32,231 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 32,212 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear rear panel loose

Rear no split pin in tie rod

Pass 29 Dec 2009 30,324 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 29 Dec 2009 30,324 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2008 29,429 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2008 29,429 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2007 28,274 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2006 27,685 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2005 26,824 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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Y352 OBJ is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y352 OBJ, 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 Y352 OBJ registered?

Y352 OBJ is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y352 OBJ safe to buy?

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