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YP52 KVB

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,320 mi
Last recorded19,320 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP52 KVB
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2025 19,320 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 19,057 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 18,808 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 18,510 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 18,370 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 17,582 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 15,804 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 14,344 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 13,876 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 13,340 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 12,799 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 12,160 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 11,423 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2012 10,560 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 9,666 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 8,978 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 8,167 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 7,459 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 6,595 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 5,464 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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YP52 KVB is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YP52 KVB, 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 YP52 KVB registered?

YP52 KVB is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is YP52 KVB safe to buy?

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