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RX04 LHE

2004 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,805 mi
Last recorded33,805 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER518,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX04 LHE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 33,805 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated poor condition mid section and near headers (7.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 42,008 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 43,940 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

throttle slow to return

Fail 21 Aug 2012 43,940 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

throttle slow to return

Pass 17 Aug 2011 41,794 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 40,145 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 38,683 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 38,683 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jul 2008 35,328 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2008 35,328 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 32,707 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 32,707 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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RX04 LHE is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RX04 LHE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX04 LHE registered?

RX04 LHE is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 13 April 2004.

Is RX04 LHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX04 LHE shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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