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GN55 LCF

2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,501 mi
Last recorded20,501 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P20,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 LCF
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500 C5P
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 20,501 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2026 20,477 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2025 18,697 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 17,598 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 16,053 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 15,081 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 13,719 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 9,656 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 7,110 miles

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

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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GN55 LCF is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GN55 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN55 LCF registered?

GN55 LCF is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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The MOT history for GN55 LCF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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