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BU05 DFA

2005 Kawasaki ER5

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,480 mi
Last recorded23,480 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ER519,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 DFA
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 May 2026 23,480 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 23,473 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 23,226 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 22,755 miles

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

chain/ sprocket slight wear

Pass 23 Oct 2013 20,635 miles

front brake lever damaged/worn RECOMMEND REPLACED/rear 0/s ind lens damaged/rear swinging arm rusty/exhaust rusty/NOISE rear brake DUST

Pass 28 Jul 2011 16,709 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 15,004 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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BU05 DFA is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BU05 DFA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU05 DFA?

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What year was BU05 DFA registered?

BU05 DFA is a 2005 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is BU05 DFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 DFA shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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