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KE04 SMU

2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

2,541 mi
Last recorded2,541 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C115,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE04 SMU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 2,541 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 493 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 15 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 36,437 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 Apr 2015 36,437 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 34,582 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 32,815 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 30,477 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 26,997 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 21,453 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 17,440 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 12,101 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 SMU is a 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SMU, 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.

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What year was KE04 SMU registered?

KE04 SMU is a 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 2 July 2004.

Is KE04 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE04 SMU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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