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LK05 ELV

2005 Kawasaki BN125A7

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

22,266 mi
Last recorded22,266 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki BN125A77,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 ELV
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A7
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 22,266 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Front front brake lever brocken

Fail 30 Jul 2026 22,265 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

front brake lever broken

Pass 6 Aug 2025 20,122 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 19,475 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 19,131 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 18,396 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 18,338 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 18,309 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 16,498 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 16,494 miles

front tyre close to limit

rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 19 Jul 2013 14,541 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2013 14,541 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 12,778 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2011 9,815 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 8,304 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 7,828 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 5,730 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki BN125A7?

Based on 1,246 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
579
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 11
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LK05 ELV is a 2005 Kawasaki BN125A7 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki BN125A7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 7,168 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki BN125A7 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK05 ELV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki BN125A7 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki BN125A7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK05 ELV registered?

LK05 ELV is a 2005 Kawasaki BN125A7, first registered on 4 May 2005.

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