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KE04 FWT

2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

32,852 mi
Last recorded32,852 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C115,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE04 FWT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 32,852 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 32,175 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 28,289 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 22,275 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 14,550 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 13,343 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 13,302 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 12,997 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 12,449 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 12,203 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 12,203 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 12,093 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 11,718 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 10,248 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 10,140 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 9,956 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 8,372 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 7,871 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 6,662 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 5,028 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER500-C1?

Based on 1,429 MOT tests across 224 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
224
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 11
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KE04 FWT is a 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 15,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ER500-C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE04 FWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER500-C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki ER500-C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE04 FWT registered?

KE04 FWT is a 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 8 April 2004.

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