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LK05 GDX

2005 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

7,549 mi
Last recorded7,549 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER500-C123,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 GDX
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 7,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 7,258 miles
Fail 31 May 2025 7,253 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 7,007 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 6,865 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 6,590 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 6,581 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 6,572 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 6,031 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 5,617 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 4,254 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 2,773 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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LK05 GDX is a 2005 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ER500-C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 23,868 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LK05 GDX, 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 21 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 LK05 GDX registered?

LK05 GDX is a 2005 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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