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WA05 RNY

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,414 mi
Last recorded31,414 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 RNY
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2015 31,414 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear brake lever movement slightly stiff

Pass 27 Nov 2013 29,076 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 28,091 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2012 25,083 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 25,083 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 24,514 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 22,710 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2009 22,710 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 12,174 miles

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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WA05 RNY is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WA05 RNY, 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 WA05 RNY registered?

WA05 RNY is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is WA05 RNY safe to buy?

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