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YK03 CKG

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

41,939 mi
Last recorded41,939 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 CKG
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2024 41,939 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Bolt missing from foot rest hanger

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2024 41,935 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Bolt missing from foot rest hanger

Rear Screw in tier

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 39,847 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Sep 2023 39,821 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 30,803 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 25,959 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 15,080 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 13,147 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 10,927 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 10,499 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 8,703 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 8,519 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 8,438 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 6,224 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 5,943 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 5,138 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 4,749 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 3,306 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 3,306 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 2,681 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 2,605 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 2,328 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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YK03 CKG is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YK03 CKG, 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 YK03 CKG registered?

YK03 CKG is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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