Kawasaki ER5

Gold · Petrol · 2001 · 498 cc

Y272 GDWMOT history

Y272 GDW is a gold petrol Kawasaki ER5 first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 29,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Feb 2026
Mileage
29,391 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y272 GDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ER5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y272 GDW was last recorded at 29,391 miles on 25 Feb 2025, 2,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,364 miles · 23 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,027 miles
Average per year
1,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 29,391 miles
  • 2024 – 27,364 miles
  • 2023 – 26,960 miles
  • 2022 – 26,654 miles
  • 2021 – 26,208 miles
  • 2020 – 25,495 miles
  • 2019 – 25,182 miles
  • 2018 – 24,637 miles
  • 2017 – 23,719 miles
  • 2016 – 22,373 miles
  • 2015 – 21,149 miles
  • 2014 – 20,079 miles
  • 2013 – 18,945 miles
  • 2012 – 17,895 miles
  • 2011 – 16,239 miles
  • 2010 – 13,575 miles
  • 2009 – 13,185 miles
  • 2008 – 12,160 miles
  • 2007 – 10,023 miles
  • 2006 – 9,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,391 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,391 miles (+2,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    29,391 miles
    Test number
    334091510978
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass27,364 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    27,364 miles
    Test number
    997014203432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass26,960 miles (+306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    26,960 miles
    Test number
    796062372945
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear swing arm is corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass26,654 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    26,654 miles
    Test number
    335422614460
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Fail26,654 miles (+446)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,654 miles
    Test number
    424147340001
    • MajorFront Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both fork seals are leaking. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass26,208 miles (+713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    26,208 miles
    Test number
    115870771308
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass25,495 miles (+313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    25,495 miles
    Test number
    887705323665
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  8. Pass25,182 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    25,182 miles
    Test number
    779208227060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass24,637 miles (+918)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    24,637 miles
    Test number
    862872038828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass23,719 miles (+1,346)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    23,719 miles
    Test number
    171767344651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass22,373 miles (+1,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    22,373 miles
    Test number
    154948553035
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also nail in tyre (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass21,149 miles (+1,070)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    21,149 miles
    Test number
    869431745065
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low

  13. Pass20,079 miles (+1,134)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    20,079 miles
    Test number
    208035844011
    • NoteFront tyre low 1.86mm
    • NoteNail in front tyre

  14. Pass18,945 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    18,945 miles
    Test number
    927523843014
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  15. Fail18,945 miles (+1,050)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,945 miles
    Test number
    776202543073
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  16. Pass17,895 miles (+1,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    17,895 miles
    Test number
    186677132092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  17. Pass16,239 miles (+2,664)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    16,239 miles
    Test number
    815637941066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,575 miles (+390)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    13,575 miles
    Test number
    332106710175
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

  19. Pass13,185 miles (+1,025)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    13,185 miles
    Test number
    363326359136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail12,160 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,160 miles
    Test number
    261814448143
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

  21. Pass12,160 miles (+2,137)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    12,160 miles
    Test number
    264654448429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,023 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    10,023 miles
    Test number
    281119947408
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  23. Fail10,023 miles (+542)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,023 miles
    Test number
    271439547420
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  24. Pass9,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    9,481 miles
    Test number
    872580156158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail9,481 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,481 miles
    Test number
    940840156137
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about Y272 GDW

Does Y272 GDW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y272 GDW expired on 24 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y272 GDW?
The MOT on Y272 GDW expired on 24 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y272 GDW done?
Y272 GDW was recorded at 29,391 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2025, an average of 1,062 miles a year.
Has Y272 GDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y272 GDW has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y272 GDW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y272 GDW find?
Y272 GDW passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake.

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