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WA54 GZH

2005 Kawasaki ER500-C1

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

27,175 mi
Last recorded27,175 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER500-C123,868 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA54 GZH
MakeKawasaki
ModelER500-C1
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 27,175 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 26,917 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 26,587 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 26,227 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 25,936 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 25,640 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 25,348 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 24,362 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2019 24,362 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 23,157 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 22,177 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 21,155 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 19,942 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 18,655 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 17,292 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 17,292 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 15,964 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 14,787 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 13,262 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 11,820 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 11,043 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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WA54 GZH is a 2005 Kawasaki ER500-C1 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 WA54 GZH, 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 WA54 GZH registered?

WA54 GZH is a 2005 Kawasaki ER500-C1, first registered on 4 February 2005.

Is WA54 GZH safe to buy?

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