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YU52 XTW

2003 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,825 mi
Last recorded16,825 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ER519,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU52 XTW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2026 16,825 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 16,805 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 16,627 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 15,769 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 14,290 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 14,162 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 12,948 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 11,710 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 7,465 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2014 7,465 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 3,796 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 2,347 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 2,320 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 2,273 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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YU52 XTW is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YU52 XTW, 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 YU52 XTW registered?

YU52 XTW is a 2003 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is YU52 XTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU52 XTW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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