Kawasaki Er5
MotorcycleFrom 1,667 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 42 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 42 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 30 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 26 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 21 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 19 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 19 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 18 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 16 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 13 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 13 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 17.1% of Er5 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £61.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 77.2% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2001 | 83% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2000 | 72.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre |
| 1999 | 78.9% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
2 earlier years
| 1998 | 79% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1997 | 83% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a throttle control not functioning correctly |
Typical mileage
Half of all Er5s tested had between 18,052 and 36,926 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 29,235 median miles, the Er5 has 0.068 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx-6R | 81.3% |
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Er5 MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Er5 has a 80.1% MOT pass rate based on 1,667 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Er5?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Er5 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 42 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Er5 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Er5 is 29,235 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,052 and 36,926 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.