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MV05 HJA

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

5,572 mi
Last recorded5,572 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 HJA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 5,572 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 19 May 2014 5,494 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2014 5,494 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 5,460 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2013 5,460 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 5,119 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 5,119 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 3,372 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Apr 2011 3,372 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 21,792 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2009 21,791 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 14,886 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?

Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
1,017
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
6,087
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,027
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 880
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 668
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 550
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MV05 HJA is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 19,374 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 ER5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV05 HJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER5 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MV05 HJA registered?

MV05 HJA is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is MV05 HJA safe to buy?

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