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LK04 LMV

2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

3,070 mi
Last recorded3,070 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C115,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 LMV
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2023 3,070 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 3,070 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 3,070 miles

CLOCK INSECURE

ROUGH RUNNING MISSFIRE

Fail 11 Jun 2021 3,070 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

CLOCK INSECURE

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

ROUGH RUNNING MISSFIRE

Pass 8 May 2013 34,459 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 30,761 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2012 30,759 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 19,988 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 10,185 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 16 Mar 2009 7,729 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 5,197 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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LK04 LMV is a 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LK04 LMV, 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 LK04 LMV registered?

LK04 LMV is a 2004 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 12 May 2004.

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