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LJ05 WHC

2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

30,872 mi
Last recorded30,872 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P20,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 WHC
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500 C5P
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 30,872 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 29,894 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spot (6.2.1e)

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

clutch operation stiff

Pass 25 Jul 2015 29,113 miles

Rear Brake Drum Distorted

Fail 21 Jul 2015 29,090 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake Drum Distorted

Pass 23 Aug 2014 26,900 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 26,854 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Offside Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2013 24,572 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 23,318 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 23,262 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 21,939 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 18,984 miles

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2010 18,984 miles

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

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 15,422 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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LJ05 WHC is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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

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 LJ05 WHC, 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 LJ05 WHC registered?

LJ05 WHC is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P, first registered on 31 July 2005.

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