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YN03 NVZ

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,072 mi
Last recorded39,072 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN03 NVZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 39,072 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 38,900 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 38,711 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 36,958 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 34,835 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 34,619 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 34,619 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 29,936 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 29,936 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Fail 16 Sep 2014 29,797 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear brake needs adjustment

right switch gear loose

will need new front tyre soon

Fail 23 Sep 2013 19,230 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 19,230 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 7,878 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 7,681 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 7,113 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 7,044 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 6,611 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 6,362 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 6,207 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 5,417 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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YN03 NVZ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YN03 NVZ, 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 YN03 NVZ registered?

YN03 NVZ is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is YN03 NVZ safe to buy?

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