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Y985 APW

2001 Kawasaki ER5

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,479 mi
Last recorded5,479 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY985 APW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2013 5,479 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 4,851 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 May 2011 1,408 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 1,408 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2010 12,710 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 11,798 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 14 May 2007 9,860 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 8,696 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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Y985 APW is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y985 APW, 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 Y985 APW registered?

Y985 APW is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 30 May 2001.

Is Y985 APW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y985 APW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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