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YB03 NFJ

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

43,557 mi
Last recorded43,557 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2010
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 NFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2010 43,557 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 31,325 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 23,249 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 23,249 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 20,314 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 20,314 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

2 nails in rear tyre

Pass 27 Jul 2006 17,920 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 17,920 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

circlip missing right rear footrest pin

throttle slow to return to rest

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 NFJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 YB03 NFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB03 NFJ registered?

YB03 NFJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 28 August 2003.

Is YB03 NFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB03 NFJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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