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NK05 BXW

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,930 mi
Last recorded12,930 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 BXW
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 12,930 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2026 12,915 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 12,359 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 11,577 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 10,632 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 10,004 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 9,190 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 9,012 miles

Central Rear Wheel bearing has slight play v slight play Rr whl brg (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 8,439 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 May 2016 7,939 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 7,606 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 6,754 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 5,141 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 4,137 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 3,921 miles

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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NK05 BXW is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NK05 BXW, 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 NK05 BXW registered?

NK05 BXW is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is NK05 BXW safe to buy?

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