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YX54 FMU

2004 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,754 mi
Last recorded16,754 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER518,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX54 FMU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 16,754 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 16,575 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 16,575 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2024 16,390 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 19,544 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 19,544 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2022 15,865 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 14,995 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 12,870 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 11,029 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 8,278 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 7,359 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 7,359 miles

Nearside Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 4,625 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 4,620 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 4,395 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 4,378 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 4,221 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 3,731 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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YX54 FMU is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 18,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YX54 FMU, 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 22 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YX54 FMU?

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What year was YX54 FMU registered?

YX54 FMU is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 1 November 2004.

Is YX54 FMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX54 FMU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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