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SN05 MXR

2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,989 mi
Last recorded19,989 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P20,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN05 MXR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEr 500 C5P
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 19,989 miles

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

Front tyre perishing

Fail 15 Apr 2026 19,988 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely possible oval hub (1.2.1 (c))

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

Front tyre perishing

Pass 29 Apr 2014 19,569 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 18,384 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 16,476 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 16,476 miles

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

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 15,484 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 14,529 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 12,217 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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SN05 MXR is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SN05 MXR, 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 SN05 MXR registered?

SN05 MXR is a 2005 Kawasaki Er 500 C5P, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is SN05 MXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN05 MXR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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