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LK05 ERV

2005 Perodua Kenari

Maroon Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,137 mi
Last recorded94,137 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Perodua Kenari35,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 ERV
MakePerodua
ModelKenari
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 94,137 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Mar 2025 94,135 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 92,726 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 87,414 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 81,351 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 81,351 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 74,690 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 67,933 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 60,538 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 60,538 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 51,836 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 42,772 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 42,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 33,288 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 33,257 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 33,235 miles

n/s/f tyre slightly perished

Fail 8 Aug 2014 33,235 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

n/s/f tyre slightly perished

Fail 11 Sep 2013 32,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 32,980 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 31,937 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 31,053 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2011 31,053 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 29,823 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 29,821 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 May 2009 28,302 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 28,302 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2008 26,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Perodua Kenari?

Based on 26,232 MOT tests across 1,981 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,399
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,981
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,306
Brake pipe excessively corroded 622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 570
Stop lamp not working 453
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 395
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LK05 ERV is a 2005 Perodua Kenari in Maroon with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Perodua Kenari models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 35,140 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 Perodua Kenari fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,306 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK05 ERV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Perodua Kenari typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Perodua Kenari is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK05 ERV registered?

LK05 ERV is a 2005 Perodua Kenari, first registered on 23 May 2005.

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