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BU04 RKF

2004 Kawasaki ER5

Gold Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,785 mi
Last recorded25,785 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER518,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 RKF
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 25,785 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 24,940 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 24,940 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 23,643 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 19,745 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 18,842 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2017 18,836 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2013 18,746 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 18,559 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 18,559 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 17,313 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 15,326 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 15,326 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 12,297 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 10,521 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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BU04 RKF is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5 in Gold with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 BU04 RKF, 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 RKF registered?

BU04 RKF is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 9 June 2004.

Is BU04 RKF safe to buy?

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