CarVerify

Free Car Check

MX05 BWZ

2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P

Blue Petrol 500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,729 mi
Last recorded26,729 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P20,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 BWZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500 C5P
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 26,729 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 25,048 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 24,954 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 24,954 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 24,406 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 24,308 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 24,291 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 22,146 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 21,646 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 20,520 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2015 19,424 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2014 18,398 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 16,613 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 16,061 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 16,061 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 14,856 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 14,730 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 May 2008 11,380 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500 C5P?

Based on 4,065 MOT tests across 360 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
1,181
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
360
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 24
Full Kawasaki Er 500 C5P reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MX05 BWZ is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 20,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Er 500 C5P fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX05 BWZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Er 500 C5P typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki Er 500 C5P is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MX05 BWZ?

You can check the full history of MX05 BWZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MX05 BWZ registered?

MX05 BWZ is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is MX05 BWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 BWZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MX05 BWZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MX05 BWZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.