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DK05 KYB

2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

18,983 mi
Last recorded18,983 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P20,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 KYB
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500 C5P
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 18,983 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 48,518 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 48,518 miles

Central Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 43,607 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 Dec 2015 40,376 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 40,376 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 32,814 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 25 Nov 2014 32,814 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))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 26,635 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 26,635 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 26,967 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 21,705 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 21,705 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 16,033 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 14,035 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 10,911 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500 C5P?

Based on 4,065 MOT tests across 360 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
1,181
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
360
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 24
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DK05 KYB is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 20,556 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 Er 500 C5P fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK05 KYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Er 500 C5P typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki Er 500 C5P is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DK05 KYB registered?

DK05 KYB is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is DK05 KYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 KYB shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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