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RX05 YJL

2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

36,510 mi
Last recorded36,510 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P20,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 YJL
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500 C5P
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 36,510 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 36,501 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

top box rear rack slightly loose.

Pass 5 Jan 2021 28,500 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2019 24,426 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 19,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 14,251 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 14,241 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 11,922 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 9,070 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 9,070 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 7,316 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 7,086 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 4,158 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500 C5P?

Based on 4,065 MOT tests across 360 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
1,181
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
360
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 24
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RX05 YJL is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 20,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Er 500 C5P fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX05 YJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Er 500 C5P typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki Er 500 C5P is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX05 YJL registered?

RX05 YJL is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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