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FJ05 LCF

2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,023 mi
Last recorded61,023 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P20,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 LCF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500 C5P
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 61,023 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 57,503 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 54,149 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 52,767 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 50,572 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 48,192 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 Oct 2012 48,192 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2011 42,798 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 35,339 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 28,762 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 8 Apr 2009 28,762 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 21 Apr 2008 19,474 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 19,474 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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FJ05 LCF is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FJ05 LCF, 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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FJ05 LCF is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P, first registered on 1 May 2005.

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