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Y387 GWS

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

28,971 mi
Last recorded28,971 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY387 GWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2014 28,971 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 28,028 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 25,478 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 25,478 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 25,463 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 25,166 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 25,166 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2008 24,767 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2007 24,258 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 22,930 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 22,930 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Sep 2005 19,931 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2005 19,903 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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Y387 GWS is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 Y387 GWS, 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 Y387 GWS registered?

Y387 GWS is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 August 2001.

Is Y387 GWS safe to buy?

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