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BC05 NJK

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,980 mi
Last recorded33,980 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC05 NJK
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 33,980 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2020 33,978 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 33,646 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 28,975 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 28,024 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 27,937 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 27,937 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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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BC05 NJK is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BC05 NJK, 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 BC05 NJK registered?

BC05 NJK is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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