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BU53 TVT

2004 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

50,001 mi
Last recorded50,001 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ER518,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 TVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 50,001 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 49,401 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 49,401 miles

Stop lamp not working from front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 48,920 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 48,213 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 47,223 miles

cush drive rubbers worn

Fail 22 Sep 2021 47,217 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

cush drive rubbers worn

Pass 23 Sep 2020 46,181 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 44,380 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 44,377 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2018 42,900 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 41,045 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 34,141 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear brake adjustment high

Fail 5 Feb 2016 34,118 miles

Centre Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear brake adjustment high

Pass 24 Sep 2014 26,802 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 22,612 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 21,489 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2013 21,489 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 17,957 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Mar 2012 17,887 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

there is a lot of travel in rear pedal, but not enough to warrant failure.

Pass 23 Mar 2011 13,888 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 11,829 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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BU53 TVT is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BU53 TVT, 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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BU53 TVT is a 2004 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 3 February 2004.

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