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Y887 XJE

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,562 mi
Last recorded32,562 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2010
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY887 XJE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2010 32,562 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2010 32,562 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 29,405 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

chain has tight spot

Pass 28 Jun 2008 27,245 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2007 24,540 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 16,415 miles

Handle bar slightly bent on the right hand side.

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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Y887 XJE is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y887 XJE, 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 Y887 XJE registered?

Y887 XJE is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is Y887 XJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y887 XJE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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