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GX05 NKN

2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

52,478 mi
Last recorded52,478 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P20,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 NKN
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500 C5P
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 52,478 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 51,471 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 50,951 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 50,522 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 49,954 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 48,983 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 47,540 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 46,036 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 46,036 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2017 45,565 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 45,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 45,007 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 44,758 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 44,559 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 44,437 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 44,434 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2012 44,022 miles

Both front indicators taped up.

Pass 4 Oct 2010 41,877 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 35,187 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 28,374 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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GX05 NKN is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GX05 NKN, 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 GX05 NKN registered?

GX05 NKN is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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