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RX05 YJE

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,871 mi
Last recorded22,871 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 YJE
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 22,871 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2021 22,871 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2019 22,591 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2019 22,591 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 21,700 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 20,641 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2016 20,641 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 19,484 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 Oct 2015 19,484 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 19,164 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 18,773 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 17,518 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 15,498 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 12,342 miles

long travel on rear brake

Pass 20 Aug 2009 10,467 miles

Cush drive rubbers worn

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front tyre 1.6mm in places with very uneven wear

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 9,230 miles

long travel on rear brake lever

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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RX05 YJE is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 RX05 YJE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX05 YJE registered?

RX05 YJE is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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