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RX05 RKZ

2005 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

26,686 mi
Last recorded26,686 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER500-C123,868 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 RKZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 26,686 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 24,666 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 24,666 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 24,469 miles

rear indicator lenses damaged

Fail 14 Jul 2020 24,452 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

rear indicator lenses damaged

Pass 1 Mar 2019 24,330 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 23,973 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 23,763 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 23,052 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 22,760 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 22,444 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 33,677 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 24,985 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 24,995 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 23,084 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 15,431 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER500-C1?

Based on 1,429 MOT tests across 224 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
224
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 11
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RX05 RKZ is a 2005 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ER500-C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 23,868 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ER500-C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX05 RKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER500-C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ER500-C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX05 RKZ registered?

RX05 RKZ is a 2005 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is RX05 RKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 RKZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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