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BU04 RKA

2004 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

37,124 mi
Last recorded37,124 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER518,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 RKA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 37,124 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 35,904 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 35,315 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 34,668 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2017 34,668 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 33,693 miles

o/s/f inicator has tape on it , however it is secure

Pass 16 Aug 2013 28,186 miles

Centre Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 24,507 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 21,447 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

rear indicator loose

Pass 25 Jun 2010 18,734 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 16,372 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 15,472 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 11,464 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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BU04 RKA is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BU04 RKA, 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.

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What year was BU04 RKA registered?

BU04 RKA is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 12 June 2004.

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