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OU04 AXH

2004 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,681 mi
Last recorded61,681 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER518,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 AXH
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 61,681 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 May 2024 61,676 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play freeplay (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working front and rear controls (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 60,769 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 58,896 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 58,896 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 56,689 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2019 53,582 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 52,733 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 51,610 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 50,658 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 48,849 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 48,080 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2013 47,367 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 44,265 miles

Bolt missing from chain guard

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Engine revs at idle higher than necessary

Pass 15 Jul 2008 36,742 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 27,970 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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OU04 AXH is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 18,240 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 OU04 AXH, 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 22 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OU04 AXH registered?

OU04 AXH is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 July 2004.

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