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YX05 FJP

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

52,449 mi
Last recorded52,449 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 FJP
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 52,449 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 52,344 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 May 2025 52,326 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Rear tyre perished, side walls cracking showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 51,865 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Apr 2024 51,865 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 51,227 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Oct 2022 51,227 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 50,713 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 50,713 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 50,099 miles

rear brake pedal has long travel but has reserve available

Pass 13 May 2019 47,427 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 34,874 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 20,042 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 19,949 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 19,613 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 14,346 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 9,476 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 4,503 miles

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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YX05 FJP is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YX05 FJP, 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.

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What year was YX05 FJP registered?

YX05 FJP is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 May 2005.

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