CarVerify

Free Car Check

AY53 KWK

2004 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

36,282 mi
Last recorded36,282 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER518,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 KWK
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 36,282 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 35,230 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 33,976 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 33,966 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 33,938 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 33,681 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 32,018 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 30,806 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 29,025 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Jan 2011 27,436 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 27,436 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 25,028 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 22,680 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 20,625 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 18,205 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
Full Kawasaki ER5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AY53 KWK is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AY53 KWK, 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 AY53 KWK?

You can check the full history of AY53 KWK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AY53 KWK registered?

AY53 KWK is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is AY53 KWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 KWK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY53 KWK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AY53 KWK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.