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KE53 NRV

2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,107 mi
Last recorded14,107 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2008
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C115,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 NRV
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2008 14,107 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 13,719 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 13,719 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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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KE53 NRV is a 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KE53 NRV, 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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How do I check the history of KE53 NRV?

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What year was KE53 NRV registered?

KE53 NRV is a 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 14 February 2004.

Is KE53 NRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE53 NRV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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