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YB03 GFZ

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,119 mi
Last recorded33,119 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 GFZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 33,119 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 32,072 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 31,268 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 30,336 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 29,837 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 29,826 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 29,818 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly Right hand switchgear/throttle assy insecure. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2018 29,806 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 29,753 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight cracking sidewalls and tread of front tyre

Pass 29 Jul 2014 29,710 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 29,702 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 May 2013 29,618 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 29,524 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 27,165 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 21,390 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 19,085 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 13,466 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 6,527 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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YB03 GFZ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 19,595 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 YB03 GFZ, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YB03 GFZ registered?

YB03 GFZ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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The MOT history for YB03 GFZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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